Dale Stewart's 'Adaptive Mind' - For Women on the Leading Edge at Old Edwards Inn & Spa Conference Center, September 27 - 29

HIGHLANDS, N.C., Sept. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Old Edwards Inn & Spa and Dale Stewart are teaming up to present Adaptive Mind: For Women on the Leading Edge September 27 – 29. Dale Stewart, Author of Survivability to be released in 2010, is a global consultant for 25 years, training government and corporate agencies how to survive in a fluctuating environment—global and corporate—by employing practices of critical and adaptive thinking.  The Adaptive Mind workshop is the first out of a series that he will be providing for guests of the Old Edwards Inn and Spa this fall and winter.

Workshop Participants Will Learn:

• Principles and traits of an "Adaptive Leader"
• How to employ your Adaptive Mind to sharpen your competitive edge
• When to implement "process action teams" to devise the best solution in the quickest response time
• What free thinking can do for esprit de corps and how this can become a critical business asset
• How the Adaptive Thinker excels in life and business

Dale Stewart is known worldwide for his ability to plan, integrate, train professionals, and succeed at missions in some of the most hostile terrains and circumstances on earth. His work on six continents has given him firsthand experience of things most of us only see in the movies or on television. Dale, has been there, done it, and survived to tell tales and teach lessons learned. His presentations are full of energy, high content, and high impact. Clients and audiences appreciate his unique philosophy and common sense approach on difficult topics.

Additional Adaptive Mind Workshops in the 2010 Series:

Travel Security and Protecting your Property on the Road

November 15 – 17

Adaptive Leadership: Improving Decision Making Through Critical Thinking Support

December 6 - 8

Dale has written many articles on crisis leadership, survival, and dealing with fear during crisis. He has been interviewed on National News Programs, has been quoted in newspaper and magazine articles, and has written three books, including "Survivability" which will be published in 2010.

For more information call 828-787-2625 or visit www.oldedwardsinn.com/DaleStewart.

About Old Edwards Inn

Old Edwards Inn & Spa welcomes visitors to North Carolina's high country with its award-winner blend of relaxed luxury. A spectacular outdoor heated mineral pool, world class spa, award-winning dining, and golf at the private Old Edwards Club are signature experiences at this mountain resort.  Many rooms, cottages and suites offer private patios or terraces with captivating rooftop views of the mountains and downtown Highlands.  All of the luxury accommodations include champagne arrival, twice-daily housekeeping, two 24-hour business centers and two 24-hour Butler's pantries with Dove Bars, fresh fruit and soft beverages. Enjoy European bedding, fine Italian linens, plush robes & slippers, rainfall showers, heated-tile bathroom floors. A state-of-the art fitness center with wellness classes offers guided hikes into the scenic surrounding mountains.

SOURCE Old Edwards Inn and Spa