Research Symposium Program - Individual Details

5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025

Robert (Skylar) Klein https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/symposium-program-2025/systems-engineering


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BIO


I am a M.S. Biomedical Engineering candidate. I am from Orlando, Florida, and my interest is mainly in Medical Device. After I graduate, I hope to land a role as an ACAS with Johnson & Johnson

Leadership Through Crisis: Winston Churchill's Transformative Impact on Modern Democracy

Authors: Robert (Skylar) Klein, Daniel R. Georgiadis
Student Major: Biomedical Engineering
Mentor: Daniel R. Georgiadis
Mentor's Department: Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
Mentor's College: FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Co-Presenters:

Abstract


Winston Churchill was a British statesman, military officer, and writer who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during World War II. He is renowned for his leadership in guiding Britain through its darkest hours, delivering powerful speeches, and making strategic wartime decisions that shaped the course of history. This research into Churchill’s leadership style will apply various leadership theories to analyze his approach, with a particular focus on the Achiever Family Motivation. The objective is to illustrate and explain, through established leadership concepts and paradigms, how and why Churchill achieved success despite immense challenges. By examining his resilience, strategic vision, and ability to inspire collective effort, this analysis will present valuable lessons applicable to leadership in both historical and contemporary contexts.

Keywords: Winston Churchill, Leadership