About The author
ELWOOD M MILLER, PhD
Elwood M. Miller, PhD, is a retired businessman with over 45 years of leadership experience across public and private companies. With a strong foundation in chemistry and a lifelong focus on structured thinking, he built career leading businesses through growth, challenge, and change. His leadership style has always emphasized accountability, clear direction, and lasting results. Throughout his career, he earned a reputation for being steady, practical, people-focused and the importance of a customer.
He holds a BS in Chemistry from Virginia Military Institute and a PhD in Chemistry from The Pennsylvania State University. His academic background laid the groundwork for a leadership style rooted in logic, structure, and discipline.
Dr. Miller believes real leadership is shown in daily actions, not big talk. He led by building trust, setting clear expectations, and holding himself to the same standards as everyone else.
Now retired, he spends time sharing what he’s learned through writing and mentorship. His goal is to pass on practical, honest lessons to help others lead with confidence and clarity.
