Paul Powell, Alex Draper | Office Hours #718

Paul Powell After taking over his family’s business, Paul Powell experienced a dramatic financial downfall—losing the millions he had earned from the sale of his successful investment practice. While it was a devastating loss at the time, Paul now considers it one of the greatest turning points of his life. That moment of hardship became the catalyst for personal transformation, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose that continues to guide his journey today. Alex Draper Alex Draper, founder of DX Learning, began his career as a teacher before transitioning to adult education and leadership development in 2002. In 2015, he launched DX Learning with a mission to eliminate workplace toxicity and promote people-first leadership. At the heart of DX’s approach is the CARE playbook—Clarity, Autonomy, Relationships, and Equity—a framework designed to foster psychologically safe, emotionally intelligent, and connected work environments.