About Us
Thinkist is redefining how organizations thrive in the face of disruption. By humanizing thinking, help companies foster cultures of adaptability, collaboration, and innovation—empowering people to think better, engage fully, and drive meaningful change.
Our Story
Our story begins decades ago, rooted in the groundbreaking work that reshaped how global enterprises, Fortune 500 companies, and government agencies approach critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership development. The methodologies we use today have been refined over years of real-world application, helping leaders and teams navigate high-stakes decisions, uncover root causes, and develop innovative solutions. These frameworks have stood the test of time, used in industries from aerospace and healthcare to finance and education, and now form the foundation of Thinkist’s approach to learning and organizational transformation.
Our work extends beyond traditional training. We integrate the latest research in organizational behavior, emotional intelligence, and decision science to remove the hidden barriers that prevent people from thinking and collaborating at their full potential. We believe that by aligning cognitive and emotional intelligence, organizations can move beyond reactivity and truly harness the power of human intelligence to create lasting impact.
We are Thinkist. We are building the future of engagement, learning, leadership, and high-quality thinking—one question, one breakthrough, and one organization at a time.
Leadership
Jared Wells
Chief Executive Officer
Jared Wells is a seasoned entrepreneur, strategist, and leader with over 25 years of experience transforming complex challenges into scalable, high-impact solutions. With a background spanning education, technology, and corporate strategy, he has co-founded multiple successful companies. Jared’s expertise lies in building mission-driven organizations, aligning purpose with profit, and equipping leaders and teams with the tools to engage, think critically, and lead effectively.
Alexis Dixon
President
Alexis Dixon is a Harvard-trained mediator, leadership strategist, and expert in conflict resolution with over 15 years of experience guiding organizations, government agencies, and Fortune 500 companies through high-stakes negotiations and leadership challenges. At Thinkist, Alexis leads executive coaching, leadership development, and cultural transformation initiatives, helping businesses foster engagement, collaboration, and adaptive leadership in the face of disruption.
Mark Manasse, Ph.D
Chief Education Officer
Dr. Mark Manasse is a recognized leader in learning science, organizational development, and educational leadership, with over two decades of experience designing and scaling innovative training programs. With a Ph.D. in Leadership and deep expertise in critical thinking frameworks, coaching, and workforce development, Mark has played a pivotal role in shaping programs that empower leaders, enhance decision-making, and foster adaptive learning cultures.
Timmothy White
Chief Technology Officer
Tim White is an accomplished software architect and executive with over thirty years in technology design, development, and management. As a software architect contractor, White has worked for a wide range of clients from Ralph Lauren and special government projects provider SAIC.
Richard Wells
Senior Fellow & Director of Critical Thinking Strategy
With a distinguished career spanning over four decades, Rick Wells has been a pioneer in critical thinking, decision science, and organizational problem-solving. His work has shaped the way Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and global enterprises approach complex decision-making, problem-solving, and leadership development.
Christina Steiner, Ph.D
Strategic Research Partner
Christina Steiner has led large-scale quasi-experimental and experimental designs and emphasizes the importance of data quality, validity, and integrity in her work. Dr. Steiner worked at the RAND Corporation for 10 years, a think-tank known for rigorous research on innovative topics.
Get In Touch
Get In Touch
Address
4142 Adams Avene 103-329
San Diego, CA 92116
Phone
(255) 352-6258
info@Thinkist.com