Managing Partners

Michael Liskin

Michael is an applied social scientist and transformative leader who drives impactful changes with leaders of small & medium sized business and Fortune 100 enterprise organizations. With a focus on emotional intelligence and applied practical wisdom, he skillfully guides individuals and teams to surpass their goals.

As a Sr. Learning Manager (Sr. TDM) at GM’s Cruise, he coached & trained some of the most accomplished autonomous vehicle engineers of this generation, supporting their innovation at the only autonomous vehicle company with the ability to produce fully integrated self-driving cars at global manufacturing scale.

He excels in connecting with remote and hybrid teams, leveraging cutting-edge collaborative learning technologies and advanced communication methods to effectively engage and galvanize distributed workforces. As an alum of Interaction Associates he coaches professionals from a Facilitative Leadership perspective, drawing from their global, 55-year tenure creating fundamental models of group facilitation.

Upon the 2020 COVID-19 crisis, Michael jumped in to meet the unique challenges of online education that year, as well as informally educating over 50,000 adults through his Wisdom Emerging practical wisdom series. His ongoing work with enterprise-level organizations has evolved through his strategic partnership with Luman.io, by focusing on innovation, adaptation, and future-proofing the hybrid workplace.

Michael holds a Bachelor's Degree in Rhetoric and Psychology from UC Berkeley and a Master's Degree in Communication from USC. He is a former facilitator for the Experiential Learning Center at USC’s Marshall School of Business and coach in their executive MBA program; Michael has lectured on Communication Technology and Rhetoric as an instructor at the USC Annenberg School for Communication & Journalism.

Sergio E. Pinto

Sergio has a track record of transformative leadership and organizational success. Holding an Executive MBA from California State University Sacramento, his expertise in strategy, leadership development, and organizational design is further bolstered by a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UCLA, focusing on human behavior and motivation.

Sergio's journey began in 1993 in Applied Behavior Analysis, leading to the co-founding of B.E.S.T. Consulting, Inc. in 2001, where he served as President for over two decades. Expanding his repertoire to include Organizational Behavior Management in 2005, Sergio offers a multidimensional approach to address challenges for businesses of all sizes, from small enterprises to Fortune 500 companies. As a founding partner of The Listo Group, he has redefined and set new standards for elevating leadership and organizational performance. His consulting expertise extends globally, earning recognition on national and international platforms for consistently delivering exceptional results with a focus on continuous growth.

He has played a key role in driving change across various industries, utilizing a collaborative systems-wide approach that empowers leadership, management, and front-line employees. Sergio has served on various boards and committees in the private and government sectors, actively contributing to individual organizations and industry advancements. His involvement in strategic planning provided innovative solutions for budgeting, early intervention, behavior services, and community integration.

Combining expertise in entrepreneurship, behavior analysis, and organizational management, Sergio achieves extraordinary outcomes for his clients.

How We Operate

At The Listo Group (TLG), we work with you to discover your organization’s unique challenges by:

  • Targeting critical skill gaps with precision

  • Sharpening managerial effectiveness

  • Amplifying employee engagement and productivity

We achieve results by applying:

  • Rapport and Trust-building skill development techniques

  • AI & simplifying the use of communication technologies

  • Behavior Science principles

  • Innovative & responsive Coaching

These methods are the foundation of The Listo Group

Laser-focus your team’s potential and ignite employee performance

Core Values

  • Empathy First, Human-Centered

    Advocates for an environment of listening and understanding, prioritizing individuals' needs, well-being, and growth while assuming positive intent

  • Meaningful, Purpose-Driven Work

    Supports finding fulfillment through one’s work aligned with the organization's purpose, creating a positive environment that is a catalyst for high performance

  • Collaborative In Practice



    Promotes teamwork, open dialogue, and collective exploration of ideas and solutions

  • Committed & Lifelong Learning

    Champions a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development; Encouraging others to do the same

  • Balance & Thrive

    Encourages a healthy equilibrium between work and personal life, supports wellness, and enables individuals to perform at their best

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