Top Leadership Development Programs Experts 2025

A leadership strategist and the founder of KS Insight, with over 25 years of experience advising high-level leaders across various sectors. I specialize in guiding executives and organizations through complex challenges, particularly in leadership development, conflict resolution, and strategic transformation. With a strong background in public policy, international relations, and coaching, I work with leaders in both the public and private sectors, including governments, non-profits, and global institutions. I am passionate about fostering effective leadership in divided societies and helping organizations navigate times of change with clarity and resilience.

Laurie J. Carr is a seasoned education and leadership strategist with more than 20 years of experience spanning K–12 education, national nonprofits, and leadership development. A former teacher, principal, and district leader, she brings deep operational understanding of schools alongside executive expertise in talent development, partnership strategy, and organizational growth. Most recently, Laurie served in a national nonprofit executive role leading large-scale partnerships, advising senior leaders, and building systems that develop people, strengthen culture, and drive impact. Her work sits at the intersection of education, human capital, and leadership—focused on connecting talent to opportunity, aligning strategy with values, and helping organizations and leaders grow with clarity, integrity, and purpose. Now working independently, Laurie partners with school and district leaders, nonprofit executives, and leadership teams as a coach, consultant, and connector—supporting leaders navigating complexity, transition, and growth. She is known for her ability to see patterns, build trust quickly, and catalyze meaningful connections that move people and organizations forward. Laurie is based in North Carolina and has lived in five states and two additional countries. Through her professional and personal travels, she has developed strong cultural agility and maintains a deep commitment to equity, belonging, and values-aligned leadership.

Katie Leimkuehler is an Executive Coach and Founder of the Executive Leadership Center. She has 17 years of experience and has been coaching clients for over a decade. Katie has coached clients in finance, technology and large enterprises working with hundreds of leaders including C-Suite executives and VPs on strategic planning, team motivation and succession planning. She previously served as the Managing Director, Head of Learning and Development at Cresset Capital and prior to that worked as a Senior Manager and Leadership Coach at Charles Schwab for five years. Katie has her Associate Certified Coach credential from the International Coaching Federation and was recently recognized as one of the Top 15 Coaches in Cleveland in 2024 by Influence Digest. She has her Executive Coach Certification from the Center of Executive Coaching, her Organizational Leadership Certificate from Northwestern University and an Organizational Development Coaching Certification.

Leadership Strategist, Public Speaker, and bestselling author, Alinnette Casiano, is the founder of Growing Your EQ.™ She helps professionals lead with clarity, adaptability, and emotional intelligence. Her frameworks, including NeuroSCALE™, H.E.A.R.T.™, and Leading Beyond Prompts™, blend neuroscience, people-centered strategy, and practical leadership tools. She has spoken on stages like TEDx, She Leads Ai, and AWS, and has been featured on CBS, ABC, NBC, FOX, and The CW, with collaborations across Amazon, Notion, Synthesia, and more.

Colleen Capel is the founder of Leap Leadership Solutions, an advisory and coaching firm that helps organizations drive performance through people, structure, and execution discipline. She’s spent more than two decades in HR, talent strategy, and organizational effectiveness, working with companies in financial services, fintech, professional services, and technology-driven environments. Her work spans from high-growth firms figuring out how to scale without breaking, to global organizations navigating change under intense scrutiny. Colleen has held executive leadership roles in both growth-stage companies and Fortune 500 organizations, including JPMorgan Chase and Honeywell. She’s been part of executive teams during pivotal inflection points—from post-acquisition integrations to leadership transitions and enterprise-wide change—when the stakes are high and outcomes are visible. Her approach is straightforward: tell the truth, cut the noise, and make leadership simpler to do. She’s known for getting to the real issue quickly, creating space for difficult conversations without judgment, and turning those conversations into movement. Colleen’s philosophy is that leadership isn’t just about performance metrics; it’s about how people experience working under that leadership every day. Outside of client work, Colleen serves as the Westchester/Connecticut Committee Chair for the Financial Women’s Association (FWA), an Executive Coach for FWA's Pacesetters Program and is an active member of the Fairfield/Westchester Executive HR Roundtable and TroopHR. She believes that better leadership creates better outcomes—for people, teams, and the business. Education & Certifications • B.A. in Sociology and Communications, Wells College • Certified in: Everything DiSC®, The Leadership Challenge® (Wiley), Korn Ferry Leadership Architecture™, DDI Leadership Systems

From a past marked by transracial adoption, the loss of a parent, a traumatic assault, and teen incarceration, A. Margot Blair emerged with unwavering resilience, determined not to be defined by her hardships. Today, she is a respected Bible Teacher, Learning and Development Specialist at a technology company, Leadership Consultant, and Retreat Host. With over a decade of experience and currently pursuing her Doctorate in Leadership, she empowers women at the intersection of faith and leadership. As a trained and seasoned consultant, A. Margot coaches, mentors, and consults with women leaders across various sectors. Her expertise has fueled a 23-city tour, three professional development conferences, a $500K+ partnership portfolio, and the creation of seven personal and professional development resources—including books and courses. She has been honored as a Top 40 Under 40 Leader, a Top 35 Millennial Influencer, and the recipient of three state proclamations presented by Phoenix mayors. Her clients have included Comerica Bank, Grand Canyon University’s Honors College, and employees from LinkedIn, the Dallas Mavericks, ADP, Toyota, Prudential, and more. A former Forbes Business Coach and contributor, she teaches companies and leaders how to implement the blueprint that helped her build a thriving, multi-6-figure partnership portfolio. A. Margot’s work has been featured on The 700 Club, Fast Company, Esther Press, Lifeway, Goodwill AZ, Zapier, SCORE, and America’s Small Business Development Center. She is also a regular content partner for the YouVersion Bible App—with over 10 Bible plans—and a contributor to Esther Press, Journey Magazine, and other publications. Most importantly, A. Margot Blair is the wife of Vincent and the proud mother of her bonus children, Esaias and Alyvia, and her preschooler, Luke.

Jim Rembach is the President of Call Center Coach and the founder of the Leadership Execution Institute. As an AI systems architect and leadership execution strategist, he redefined leadership in the age of AI at work by creating the Leadership Execution System (LES). This system replaces traditional leadership training with Culture-Calibrated, AI-powered execution systems that embed organizational standards into daily behavior. His work centers on developing Decision Agility, a measurable capability for high-speed, high-confidence decision-making, and systematically neutralizing execution drift using the FONE framework (Fear, Overconfidence, Negative Impressions, Execution Blindness). A 25-year contact center veteran and behavioral science expert, Rembach grounds his approach in applied research proving that supervisor inconsistency is a system problem driven by fundamental human programming like cognitive miserliness (shortcut hunt), not a mere knowledge deficit. This finding is critical because traditional training programs demonstrate limited effectiveness, with only 12% of participants consistently applying learned behaviors. To fix this systemic issue, he formalized his approach in 2024 with the introduction of Leadership Execution-as-a-Service (LEaaS), an AI-enabled model that embeds cultural standards and guardrails into supervisors’ daily decisions. His research, including papers published via Zenodo (DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17425566), is tied to his ORCID iD (0009-0004-6525-5634), reinforcing his domain authority in leadership execution literature. Rembach's research establishes the Decision Agility gap, the difference between technological capability and organizational decision velocity. To enable high-speed, high-confidence decision-making in VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous) environments, he provides the C.A.L.M.™ Model (Clarify, Assess, Limit the Noise, Move with Confidence). This framework serves as an operational protocol for converting decision delay into structured momentum. Implementation uses the 14-Dimension Culture-Calibrated AI Framework to ensure AI systems reinforce organizational standards rather than amplifying existing behavioral inconsistencies (execution drift). His thought leadership, including The FONE Report, documents that organizations with consistent, visible leadership report 23% higher profit, with some achieving a 3% reduction in overall costs simply by tightening execution and eliminating drift.

Lisa De Nicola is a Leadership and Executive Coach and the Founder of HER Lead and RISE, where she empowers mid- to executive-level leaders, changemakers, and visionaries to elevate their emotional and relational intelligence and redefine leadership on their own terms. A champion for women in leadership, Lisa blends practical, grounded leadership strategy with intuitive clarity and energetic alignment, helping leaders rise into their fullest expression and lead with authenticity, confidence, and deep self-trust. Her work supports leaders in staying true to themselves while helping them find fulfillment and success on their terms. Lisa is a PCC (Professional Certified Coach), an EQ-i 2.0 certified practitioner, and a Reiki-certified practitioner. Following a deeply challenging and transformative period in her life in 2023, Lisa was inspired to create a space where women could gather not only to build meaningful connections but also to explore the unspoken and often overlooked conversations that shape how we live, work, and lead. HER Lead was born from this vision. After a self-funded, inaugural event and a sold-out second-year experience, the event is now in its third year and continues to grow as a space for meaningful dialogue, insight, and connection. This chapter of her life also informed a new body of work focused on supporting highly successful women who feel stuck or disconnected in love. RISE is an intimate program designed to help women rewrite their relationship story and transform how they relate not only in romantic partnerships, but across all areas of their lives.

¡Saludos! I'm an author, speaker, and leadership researcher passionate about helping leaders embody authentic leadership. Trusted by both small and large organizations, including ALPFA, Grant Thornton, Moss Adams, Thrivent, to name a few. I am committed to advancing transformational change and empowering individuals and organizations to embrace authenticity as a catalyst for success. With experience spanning higher education, nonprofit leadership, and leadership consulting, I bring a strategic lens to every context that aligns people, purpose, and performance. Whether advising boards, coaching leaders, or delivering keynotes, I create pathways for leaders and teams to thrive in rapidly evolving environments. Current Leadership Roles Associate Provost for Engagement and Inclusive Teaching and Learning (Chief Diversity Officer), Fresno Pacific University – Guiding institutional strategy for inclusive excellence, faculty development, and organizational culture as part of the executive leadership team. CEO and Lead Consultant, Empowerfy Consulting – Driving leadership development, executive coaching, and organizational transformation to unlock human potential. Founder and President, Faithful Teachings – Leading community transformation initiatives in Latin America through education, service, and strategic partnerships. I am passionate about reimagining leadership for an era where authenticity shapes stronger organizations and healthier communities. Specialties: Leadership Development | Organizational Culture | Inclusive Excellence | Coaching & Advising | Keynotes & Workshops

How are you strategically empowering yourself and other leaders to tackle the HUGE issues currently facing your team or business?I maximise the impact of people leading in the current crucible of complexity, change and conflict, by...# Mobilising 21st Century leader competencies. # Revitalising disconnected, disjointed and dysfunctional teams. #3 Igniting exceptional thinking capacity. #4 Optimising engagement and minimising cultural entropy. #5 Identifying, honing and targeting leader strength. #6 Crafting and implementing bold strategic and development plans. #7 Enhancing the holistic well-being of people and organisations. #8 Facilitating better collaborative responses to wicked problems. Drawing on great theory, creative methods & a genius network, my mission is to design, develop & deliver the most beautiful, useful and irresistible transformative leader development solutions on the planet. Want to chat? Contact me via janet@enagagementdynamics.com or give me a call on +27 766266047Check out my website @ https://www.engagementdynamics.com/

Harvard-trained I/O Psychologist and Assessor, 3X Founder helping leaders in VC/PE funds and in their Portfolio Companies (PortCos) elevate their leadership impact. I provide psychological insights to leadership effectiveness, give behavioral insights to drive top performance, and bring clarity to investment decisions.

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Martha Caldwell is the co-founder of iChange Collaborative, a BIPOC and women owned consulting business that develops inclusive leaders in innovative learning communities. A veteran teacher, Martha has trained thousands of professionals in iChange's unique approach to the diversity, equity, and inclusion learning. She is the co-author of three books - Let's Get Real: Exploring Race, Class and Gender Identities in the Classroom, Facilitating Conversations about Race in the Classroom, and Gender and Sexuality: An Educator's Guide - as well as numerous professional articles about diversity, equity, and inclusion topics. Specialties: Diversity, equity and inclusion consulting, coaching, and training; inclusive leadership development; and strategic design.

Jacqueline Twillie is a leadership strategist and negotiation expert who empowers underrepresented leaders, including women, to command their worth, lead authentically, and achieve results. Born near Louisiana’s bayou and now based in Brooklyn, she blends Southern warmth with urban grit, guiding professionals through complex corporate landscapes. Her philosophy: leaders should shape their environments rather than simply adapt. Through her consultancy, ZeroGap, Jacqueline conducts masterclasses, workshops, and coaching sessions that transform hesitant conversations into strategic opportunities. Her proven negotiation frameworks enable clients to speak up confidently, secure fair value, and step into roles that once seemed out of reach. Drawing on research and real-world application, her guidance resonates with emerging professionals and seasoned executives alike. Addressing the challenges historically excluded leaders face, Jacqueline encourages authenticity and fosters inclusive workplace cultures. Media outlets and publishers find her insights authoritative yet accessible—complete with data, examples, and practical strategies. She’s an ideal source on topics like pay equity, closing leadership gaps, and building resilient, people-centered organizations. Influenced by her own journey, Jacqueline learned perseverance in Louisiana and honed strategic skills in Brooklyn’s competitive climate. She helps others transcend obstacles, discover strengths, and redefine what it means to have a seat at the table. For professionals eager to level up, publishers seeking expert content, and media needing credible thought leadership on equity, negotiation, and inclusive leadership, Jacqueline Twillie stands ready. She equips leaders to embrace their power, negotiate what they deserve, and shape organizations for a more equitable future. Working with Jacqueline means tapping into expertise that yields lasting impact.

I help leaders tackle the hard stuff: culture fractures, burnout, and tough conversations. With 15+ years leading HR, Learning, and Culture teams, I bring a mix of psychology, leadership development, and organizational strategy that cuts through corporate speak. I’ve built frameworks, coached executives, and designed programs that actually stick. Leadership is messy, culture is personal, and real change only happens when leaders show up differently. I help make that happen.

As a Leadership & Executive Coach at the Leadership Growth & Research Center (LGRC), I help individuals and teams to grow their leadership skills and practices through coaching and facilitation. I have over 20 years of experience in learning and practicing leadership in various roles and domains, including business, education, and community. I am also a Certified Independent Leadership Coach, Facilitator, and Speaker with Maxwell Leadership, the largest leadership development organization in the world. I hold a Doctor of Business Administration degree in Project Management from Walden University, where I learned how to apply the principles and methods of project management to complex and dynamic organizational challenges. I leverage my academic and professional knowledge to coach, train, and speak about the skills and practices of professional leadership, such as communication, collaboration, problem-solving, decision-making, and innovation. My goal is to serve others and help them reach a higher level of their potential.

Chelsea Seid, MBA, PCC, is an executive coach, consultant, and entrepreneur who has been coaching executives and building custom leadership development programs since 2017. As the Founder & CEO of Talent Praxis LLC, a boutique leadership development company, and Co-Founder & Chief Strategic Officer of Trio Coaching Academy, an ICF-accredited coach training academy, Chelsea leads two ventures focused on strengthening leadership effectiveness and advancing the coaching profession. She has coached more than 135 senior leaders and executives and developed custom leadership development programs for over 35 companies across industries, including technology, professional services, finance, architecture, and manufacturing. Through Talent Praxis, Chelsea designs and delivers leadership development programs that integrate executive coaching, assessments, and training—helping leaders identify the behaviors that drive success and lead with greater clarity and impact. Chelsea also facilitates group workshops and coach-led training sessions on topics such as Communicating Expectations, Delivering Feedback, Defining Purpose, SMART Goals, Strategic Listening, Coaching Techniques, Delegation, and Prioritization. Her sessions blend focused instruction with discussion, reflection, and role-playing to help participants apply new concepts in practical ways. She has also developed systems and processes to hire, train, and mentor coaches across two coaching teams, building scalable coaching systems and curriculum. At Trio Coaching Academy, she developed and teaches ICF-accredited coach training and mentoring at both the ACC and PCC levels. Chelsea brings 15 years of experience leading teams and business operations across HR, talent development, and strategy. Before launching her ventures, she spent five years as the co-founder of a venture-backed startup, where she helped build scalable coaching processes, platforms, and manager development programs. Her work now combines that operational experience with deep coaching expertise to help leaders and organizations grow with purpose and clarity.

My call to courage is to help leaders Cultivate Insight and Influence Change in their personal and professional lives so they can transform their relationships and results through courageous conversation and reach their potential. I thrive in a people-centric, collaborative organization where personal growth is encouraged. Clifton Strengths: Input. Strategic. Achiever. Relator. Learner.

Human Resources professional with a demonstrated history of over 8 years of experience in a high-performance work environment. Self-starter who thrives on learning new skills and pushing myself to succeed. Whether I am assisting executives, creating content, or leading a team, I always strive to bring my best to every situation. Skilled in staff development, process improvement, organization proficiency, and confidentiality.