Today's speaker was Shoreview resident Tom Esch, who spoke on the subject of personal accountability and power. Tom is the Principal Consultant at Esch Consulting. His educational background includes a master’s degree in “Conflict Facilitation and Organizational Change” from the Process Work Institute in Portland and a master’s degree in Theology from the University of Notre Dame. A former Catholic priest, Tom specializes in speaking, coaching, and training people and organizations that are in the midst of significant changes or challenges. He has coached and trained construction workers, attorneys, business owners, managers, therapists and non-profit leaders to grow their awareness and emotional intelligence. He focuses on how to have courageous and difficult conversations, especially ones in which we take ownership of mistakes. He helps others understand how to use their power in a positive way. In addition to his busy day job, Tom also occasionally performs stand-up comedy as "Father Vito Incognito"!