About us
The Company
Founded in 2011, Better Practice applies design thinking to the sociotechnical systems that make work work—how people collaborate, make decisions, and improve together. We partner with teams, organizations, and communities across industries, generations, and cultures.
Through our framework, consulting practice, and Better Together platform, we help people figure out what matters together, make better decisions faster, and act together with grace and accountability.
Better Teams. Better Results.
Meet our team
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Joe Slatter
Founder, Principal, & CEO
Joe helps organizations accelerate how they improve—through smart design, better collaboration, and sustainable performance. He’s worked across cultures and industries, guiding teams from the C-suite to the field. As Principal and CEO, Joe leads the evolution of the Better Together platform while staying close to the clients and work that make it matter.
Gary Frank, Ph.D.
Consultant & Advisor
Gary brings decades of experience helping organizations turn strategy into action through smart design and systems thinking. With a Ph.D. in Organization Development, he’s consulted across sectors—from healthcare and higher ed to tech and government. He is the architect of the Better Practice Benchmark and a trusted partner in navigating complex change.
Erik Slatter
Better Together Product Owner & Lead Developer
Erik leads development and sprint-to-sprint direction for the development team. An open source enthusiast, he leverages the latest tools to create a smooth experience for developers and users alike. When not improving Better Together, Erik can be found making indie games, competing in esports, cooking and baking.
Bryan Canales
Junior Developer
Bryan brings curiosity, creativity, and drive to the Better Together development team. He loves turning ideas into working solutions—building clean, thoughtful code and learning as he goes. Whether tackling a new feature or debugging a tricky issue, Bryan’s enthusiasm and problem-solving mindset make him a valued part of the sprint team. Outside of work, you’ll often find him competing in esports or diving into his next learning challenge.
Kimberly Dornisch
Team Engagement Expert & Visual Facilitator
Kimberly helps teams work better together by making the complex visible and the strategic actionable. With 30+ years leading transformation programs, she brings visual facilitation and an agile mindset to clarify priorities, build alignment, and create momentum—using the right approaches to fit the work. She applies the Better Practice framework to establish ways of working that drive results.
Emma Slatter
Learning & Development Specialist
Emma brings a learning-first lens to everything we do—supporting platform content, team learning, and client engagement. With a background in international education, she’s passionate about learner agency, inclusion, and the power of continuous improvement. Emma designs with empathy and intention, helping individuals and teams grow in ways that ripple outward.
Mark Bowman
Chief Financial Officer
As CFO, Mark helps Better Practice stay grounded, forward-looking, and financially strong. With decades of experience and a steady hand, he brings practical clarity to complex decisions. A CPA with a degree in economics and multiple securities licenses, Mark has served as CFO for over 250 companies through his firm, Archer Financial Group. Beyond the numbers, he’s a devoted husband and dad, a seasoned soccer coach, and an aspiring hang glider pilot.
Julia Slatter
Administration
Julia keeps the wheels turning at Better Practice—managing invoicing, accounts receivable, shipping, and administrative operations with simplicity, grace, and efficiency. Her calm presence and behind-the-scenes coordination make it easier for the team to focus on the work that matters most. She’s a quiet force for clarity and connection across everything we do.
Yoshi
Director of Pawsitivity
Yoshi brings boundless energy, curious listening, and a playful presence to the Better Practice team. As Director of Pawsitivity, he specializes in walk reminders, spontaneous joy, and keeping the mood balanced during sprints and strategy sessions. Whether napping under desks or joining Zoom calls uninvited, Yoshi helps us remember that better can be softer, sillier, and more fun.