Hugh Blane is the go-to expert about converting human potential into accelerated business results. His clients call him the Talent Alchemist. Hugh’s consulting firm, Claris Consulting, is retained by clients such as Sony Pictures, Starbucks, Nordstrom, Wells Fargo and the University of Texas A&M in Qatar to challenge assumptions, jettison complacency and catapult growth. He resides in the small beach community of Normandy Park, Washington, with his wife, Alyson, and a giant black Schnauzer called Brooks.