Dean Foust is a veteran journalist and Executive Communications professional with extensive expertise in speechwriting, thought leadership, media relations, and coaching executives. He holds a degree in Journalism and Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. With over two decades of experience as a writer, editor, and bureau chief for BusinessWeek, Foust is adept at crafting compelling narratives for business leaders. As the former Head of Executive Communications for UPS, he supported the company's CEOs with speechwriting and strategic communications, while developing various thought leadership initiatives such as blogs, podcasts, and white papers. Foust also served as the Director of Executive Communications and Public Relations at Inspirent LLC, and now runs his own business, CEO Speechwriters.