Carol Gregory is an experienced nursing executive with over 30 years of service. Her work in cultivating a culture of excellence and enhancing RN recruitment and retention has been invaluable to her setting. She wrote her groundbreaking book, “In a Gentle Way: The Trail to High Performance in Healthcare,” to help healthcare leaders create high-performing teams that can be safe, satisfied and successful. Her message of balancing guardrails with leeway is essential for any healthcare team striving for excellence. Carol continues to inspire those she works with through her work and speaking engagements. She is a true leader in the nursing community who has earned a place among the greats.