Merrick Rosenberg, better known as The Bird Guy, is a trailblazing author, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur who has reimagined how people connect, lead, and succeed. He founded one of the nation’s first team-building companies, Team Builders Plus, in 1991, and in 2012 launched Take Flight Learning, where he transformed the classic DISC model into the unforgettable language of the Eagle, Parrot, Dove, and Owl. Merrick has written nine award-winning books including Which Bird Are You? and Personality Intelligence, and his groundbreaking work has impacted more than two-thirds of the Fortune 100.
A powerhouse on stage and beyond, Merrick’s influence has earned Take Flight Learning titles like New Jersey Business of the Year and repeated recognition as one of the Fastest Growing Companies and Best Places to Work. He is also an award-winning filmmaker, as his personality styles movie BirdBrains, Inc. captured 23 film festival honors including multiple Best Short Film awards. From TEDx talks and major conferences to features in The New York Times, Forbes, and Fast Company, Merrick continues to captivate audiences worldwide with his fresh, practical, and unforgettable approach to personal growth and leadership.

