Deborah Peck, Ph.D.
Deborah Peck, Ph.D., is the Founder and Principal Consultant at Seity Insight, a management consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations unlock their hidden potential and strengthen workplace effectiveness. With a background in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, business management, and computer science, Deborah combines technical expertise and human insight to support senior executives and teams in achieving alignment, agility, and sustainable growth. Her career began as a data network engineer, progressing through management roles across industries including finance, healthcare, technology, education, construction, and nonprofit organizations, providing her with a deep understanding of organizational systems and dynamics.
At Seity Insight, Deborah specializes in Organization Network Analysis (ONA), developing tools like KĒS Network Analysis—which maps Knowledge, Experience, and Skills alongside social capital to provide a comprehensive view of how work truly gets done. She works with leaders managing complex change, fostering collaboration, and enhancing employee engagement while aligning organizational strategy with measurable outcomes. Her approach turns intuition into science, offering both tactical and strategic solutions to optimize organizational performance.
Throughout her career, Deborah has also been an advocate for human-centered leadership, serving on boards such as The Harp Foundation and the Institute of Management Consultants, and mentoring others in navigating complex, male-dominated industries without sacrificing authenticity. Recognized for her thought leadership, she has been featured in HR Tech Outlook Magazine and is celebrated for her ability to combine technical systems knowledge with a deep understanding of human capital to create meaningful, lasting impact in the workplace.
• Capella University- Ph.D.
• Capella University- M.S.
• University of Nebraska-Lincoln- B.S.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to never give up my femininity to prove my capability—success doesn’t require acting like a man.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
The advice I would give to young women entering my industry is to be authentic, nurture your relationships, and learn how to maintain them over time.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenge in my field right now is finding and hiring the right people to support organizational growth and success.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in my work and personal life are integrity, authenticity, trust, and honesty.