What We Do

overview

our approach

We Disrupt the Traditional

We break away from outdated models that only serve those already in leadership roles by developing programs that focus on emerging leaders, underrepresented talent, and frontline managers who are often overlooked in traditional executive training.

We Reach the Unreached

Many potential leaders do not receive structured development due to cost, time, or other corporate barriers. Through scalable and accessible leadership development solutions (e.g., microlearning, peer coaching, or AI-driven leadership training), we impact real people in real roles.

We Keep It Simple

Disruptive innovations often start with simpler, more convenient solutions rather than complex, high-end products. We deliver powerful leadership training that moves beyond the traditional with customized learning created to adapt to any corporate culture and rhythm through virtual tools and on-demand coaching—because leadership should be convenient and actionable.

We Prepare Leaders for Disruption

In business, disruptive innovations often undermine incumbents who fail to adapt. Our programs develop leaders who can effectively navigate disruption, innovate, and lead boldly in the face of change. Today's evolving landscape requires leaders who can spot emerging industry shifts, foster innovative mindsets within their teams, and make bold, forward-looking decisions, not just manage the status quo.

We Focus on Real-World Challenges

Leadership development should focus on the actual challenges leaders face and the "jobs" they need to be effective, rather than generic skill-building. We approach these challenges with customized leadership paths based on real-world demands, adaptive coaching that evolves with leaders’ challenges, and leadership solutions aligned with business strategy rather than abstract competencies.

Our Learning Experience, Development and Transformation Framework

The Head

Provide practical insights on bias, default brain responses and choice

The Heart

Personalizing the impact of bias, labels, stereotypes and other injustices to build the empathy muscle 

The Hand

Get leaders to commit to building and deploying a personal plan of action

Source:  Transformational Learning Model, Professor David Orr

Leveraging Data

Our approach ensures what we build can be integrated into every facet of the organization

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Proprietary Assesment

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Interactive Focus Groups

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1:1 interviews

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Organizational Health Surveys

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Employee Resource Group Feedback

The Academy offers a suite of services tailored to move institutions from cultures of awareness into cultures of solutions and transformation.

Learning Solutions

Leadership Development Programs

  • Elevate: Designed for mid-level leaders/managers, this program focuses on cultivating key leadership skills - communication, team-building, and problem-solving
  • Emerge: A foundational program that empowers early-career professionals with the tools and knowledge needed to build confidence, navigate challenges, and and prepare for the next step in their career.
  • Empower: A specialized program for individuals looking to strengthen their influence and leadership capabilities, with a focus on self-advocacy, resilience, and collaboration.
  • Engage: Focused on fostering authentic relationships and collaboration, this program equips leaders with skills to enhance team engagement, productivity, and workplace satisfaction.
  • Leading Without Limits: A program tailored for women at all career stages, focusing on breaking barriers, building confidence, and developing new leadership capabilities.

Senior Leadership Development

  • Board Accelerator: A targeted program for preparing high-potential leaders to serve on corporate and non-profit boards, focusing on governance, fiduciary responsibilities, and the skills needed to excel in board roles.
  • Catalyst - Senior Leaders Program: Tailored for senior leaders, this program develops advanced capabilities in strategic thinking, decision-making, and inclusive leadership to drive organizational success.

Intact Team Offerings

  • Ascend - Sponsorship Program: A strategic initiative designed to connect emerging leaders with influential sponsors who champion their growth, advocate for their advancement, and help navigate organizational hierarchies.
  • ERG - Employee Resource Groups: Customized programming supporting the development and management of Employee Resource Groups to build community, drive business strategy, and enhance satisfaction within organizations.
  • NGL - Next Generation Leaders Program: A shared learning experience between a manager and their direct report dedicated to build relationships, inclusion, and emphasizing the personal value and impact one brings to their role.

Human Resource

  • Impact - Inclusive Leadership Program: An immersive program that helps leaders understand and implement inclusive practices, equipping them with strategies to build equitable, high-performing teams.
  • Human Resources Business Partner Program: A tailored program for Human Resources professionals, providing insights and strategies to systematically champion inclusion and foster talent development across the organization.  
  • Mitigating Bias in the Workplace: This program allows organizations to address unconscious bias, so they experience higher levels of employee engagement, leadership effectiveness, and see tremendous performance improvements in teams.
  • NGL - Next Generation Leaders Program: A shared learning experience between a manager and their direct report dedicated to build relationships, inclusion, and emphasizing the personal value and impact one brings to their role.

Manager/Employee Shared Learning Experiences

  • Ascend - Sponsorship Program: A strategic initiative designed to connect emerging leaders with influential sponsors who champion their growth, advocate for their advancement, and help navigate organizational hierarchies.
  • Allyship in Action: This program empowers participants to deepen their cultural competence and empathy by understanding employee experiences, equipping them to act as upstanders.
Tools

Suite of Services

Leadership Development

- Leadership Development Programs
- Team Development Programs
- Virtual Training
- Thought Leadership

Coaching

- Executive Coaching
- Career Advancement Coaching
- Group Coaching
- Transition/Upskilling Coaching

Talent Advisement

- Succession Planning
- Strategic Recruitment & Retention
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG) Planning

Events

- Custom Keynotes
- Virtual Learning & Webinars
- Leadership Retreats
- Workshops

Consulting

- Strategic and Annual Planning
- Change Management
- Custom Solutions

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