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Stay informed and inspired with insights from LAK Group. - [Leadership Lessons from Special Olympics](https://lakgroup.com/are-leadership-programs-going-extinct-maybe-its-time-2/) - LAK Group CEO Michael Grubich on the six attributes of an agile leader — and the four qualities Special Olympics athletes taught him that no leadership model had. - [The 6 best culture consulting firms in 2026](https://lakgroup.com/best-culture-consulting-firms/) - A comparison of the 6 best culture consulting firms, judged on who does the work, how culture is measured, cost for a mid-sized company, and what lasts. - [The 6 best leadership development companies and consulting firms in 2026](https://lakgroup.com/best-leadership-development-companies-and-consulting-firms/) - A comparison of the 6 best leadership development companies and consulting firms, judged on who delivers the work, what it adapts to, and what it costs. - [The 5 best nonprofit recruitment firms for executive search in 2026](https://lakgroup.com/best-nonprofit-recruitment-firms-for-executive-search/) - A comparison of the 5 best nonprofit recruitment firms, judged on fees, board and search committee experience, diverse slates, and support after the hire. - [The 6 best executive search firms and headhunters in 2026](https://lakgroup.com/best-executive-search-firms-and-headhunters/) - A comparison of the 6 best executive search firms and headhunters, judged on who runs the search, what happens after the hire, and fit for a mid-sized company. - [The 6 best talent assessment companies and tools in 2026](https://lakgroup.com/best-talent-assessment-companies-and-tools/) - A comparison of six talent assessment companies and tools on eight questions: who reads the report, what each tool is validated to predict, and what it costs. - [The 6 top executive coaching firms in 2026](https://lakgroup.com/top-executive-coaching-firms/) - A comparison of the 6 top executive coaching firms on eight criteria: who your coach has led, how far coaching reaches below the C-suite, and what is measured. - [The 6 best career and executive career coaching services in 2026](https://lakgroup.com/best-career-and-executive-career-coaching-services/) - A comparison of the 6 best career and executive career coaching services on eight criteria, including who coaches you, what a seat costs, and who can buy it. - [The 6 best outplacement companies and services in 2026](https://lakgroup.com/best-outplacement-companies-and-services/) - A comparison of the 6 best outplacement companies across eight criteria, including who does the coaching, what gets measured, and how long support lasts. - [Are Leadership Programs Going Extinct? Maybe It’s Time.](https://lakgroup.com/are-leadership-programs-going-extinct-maybe-its-time/) - Traditional leadership development programs often fail to change behavior. Discover how human coaching and AI can produce measurable business results. - [Your AI Strategy Will Rise or Fall on Your People](https://lakgroup.com/ai-workforce-readiness-roi/) - Companies spend 93% of AI budgets on technology and 7% on people. Learn why AI ROI depends on workforce readiness — and how to close the capability gap. - [Coaching Roles And Responsibilities](https://lakgroup.com/roles-and-responsibilities/) - Understand coaching roles and responsibilities for coaches, coachees, and sponsors, and how each supports a productive, goal-focused coaching relationship. - [The Work-Revolution Continues to Evolve](https://lakgroup.com/the-work-revolution-continues-to-evolve/) - Explore how the work revolution continues to reshape flexibility, technology, employee expectations, leadership, culture, and the future of organizations. - [The Magic Behind ORIEL](https://lakgroup.com/the-magic-behind-oriel/) - Discover how ORIEL AI coaching blends on-demand human coaching with AI practice experiences to build confidence, strengthen skills, and support growth. - [The Evolution of Executive Coaching: Nurturing Leadership in a Rapidly Changing World](https://lakgroup.com/the-evolution-of-executive-coaching-nurturing-leadership-in-a-rapidly-changing-world/) - Explore the evolution of executive coaching from a C-suite resource to a scalable development solution for emerging, middle, and senior leaders. - [Navigating the Evolving Workplace and LinkedIn](https://lakgroup.com/navigating-the-evolving-workplace-and-linkedin/) - Explore LinkedIn strategies for navigating the evolving workplace, strengthening your professional brand, expanding your network, and building new skills. - [Company Culture: It starts with Leadership, not the ping-pong table.](https://lakgroup.com/company-culture-it-starts-with-leadership-not-the-ping-pong-table/) - Learn why company culture starts with leadership—not office perks—and how everyday leader behaviors shape trust, engagement, retention, and performance. - [Case Study: Developing Career Profiles to Develop and Retain Talent ](https://lakgroup.com/case-study-developing-career-profiles-to-develop-and-retain-talent/) - See how career profiles can clarify employee aspirations, guide development, support internal mobility, strengthen engagement, and improve talent retention. - [Activating Culture? Be Intentional About Connections](https://lakgroup.com/activating-culture-be-intentional-about-connections/) - Learn how workplace connections strengthen hybrid culture, improve trust, support collaboration, increase belonging, and retain employees across teams. - [Unleashing the Potential of Middle Managers](https://lakgroup.com/unleashing-the-potential-of-middle-managers/) - Unlock the potential of middle managers with targeted coaching, clearer expectations, leadership development, and support that improves team performance. - [How Leadership Assessments Can Guide You To The Perfect Job](https://lakgroup.com/how-leadership-assessments-can-guide-you-to-the-perfect-job/) - Discover how leadership assessments clarify your strengths, work style, potential, and ideal environment so you can pursue the right job with confidence. - [Craft a Culture of Excellence](https://lakgroup.com/craft-a-culture-of-excellence/) - Learn how to build a culture of excellence through clear values, aligned leadership behaviors, accountability, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. - [Are You Your Job?](https://lakgroup.com/not-just-a-perk-a-power-move-career-coaching-for-retention/) - See how career coaching for retention strengthens employee engagement, develops leaders, supports growth, reduces turnover, and delivers measurable ROI. - [Why Empathy Matters](https://lakgroup.com/why-empathy-matters/) - Learn why empathy during employee layoffs protects dignity, supports affected workers, reassures remaining teams, and strengthens your employer reputation. - [The Power of AI-Enabled Coaching Programs](https://lakgroup.com/the-power-of-ai-enabled-coaching-programs/) - Discover how AI-enabled coaching programs combine technology with human coaching to build leadership skills, confidence, engagement, growth, and retention. - [Activating an AI Mindset: The HR Leader's Guide to AI Integration](https://lakgroup.com/activating-an-ai-mindset-the-hr-leaders-guide-to-ai-integration/) - Build an AI mindset for HR leaders with strategies for adoption, workforce readiness, responsible integration, capability building, and business impact. - [80% of People Secure Jobs Using This Approach](https://lakgroup.com/80-of-people-secure-jobs-using-this-approach/) - Build a job search networking strategy that helps you stand out, strengthen your LinkedIn presence, tell your career story, and reach hiring managers. - [Three Overlooked Concepts in Culture-Centric Hiring](https://lakgroup.com/three-overlooked-concepts-in-culture-centric-hiring/) - Improve culture-centric hiring by defining your values, using behavioral assessments, aligning expectations, and embracing diverse candidate perspectives. - [Outplacement Until Placement](https://lakgroup.com/outplacement-until-placement/) - Learn how outplacement until placement supports displaced employees throughout their job search while protecting your employer brand and workplace trust. - [Offering Career Coaching: A Key Retention Strategy for Employers](https://lakgroup.com/offering-career-coaching-a-key-retention-strategy-for-employers/) - Build a career coaching retention strategy that supports employee growth, strengthens engagement, develops future leaders, and reduces costly turnover. - [The White-Collar Recession in Tech: Challenges and Opportunities](https://lakgroup.com/the-white-collar-recession-in-tech-challenges-and-opportunities/) - Understand the white-collar recession in tech, its impact on professional job security, and how workers can prepare, adapt, and navigate career transitions. - [Unlocking Career Success: Insights from LAK Group President, Mike Grubich](https://lakgroup.com/unlocking-career-success-insights-from-lak-group-president-mike-grubich/) - Explore career success tips from Mike Grubich on LinkedIn, professional branding, networking, job opportunities, leadership, and empowering employees. - [Frequent Appliers: Embracing the New Normal of Today’s Workforce](https://lakgroup.com/frequent-appliers-embracing-the-new-normal-of-todays-workforce/) - Understand why frequent job appliers are reshaping today's workforce and how employers can improve flexibility, career development, culture, and retention. - [Leading ON PURPOSE](https://lakgroup.com/leading-on-purpose/) - Explore how leading on purpose helps leaders align values, strengthen relationships, inspire teams, navigate change, and create meaningful business impact. - [Developing, Inspiring and Retaining Talent Who “Meet Expectations”](https://lakgroup.com/developing-inspiring-and-retaining-talent-who-meet-expectations/) - Learn why developing and retaining talent who meet expectations builds balanced teams through recognition, job fit, equitable opportunities, and support. - [Case Study: Activating Values and Culture in a Healthcare System](https://lakgroup.com/case-study-activating-values-and-culture-in-a-healthcare-system/) - See how healthcare culture transformation activated shared values, strengthened leadership behaviors, improved communication, and reduced caregiver turnover. - [Activating Leaders: A Step Beyond Engagement](https://lakgroup.com/activating-leaders-a-step-beyond-engagement/) - Learn why activating leaders goes beyond engagement by connecting purpose, accountability, decision-making, and action to sustainable business outcomes. - [How to be Prepared for the Unexpected](https://lakgroup.com/how-to-be-prepared-for-the-unexpected/) - Learn how to prepare for an unexpected layoff by protecting your network, updating career materials, understanding your value, and planning your next move. - [Empowering Agile Leaders in Economic Uncertainty: LAK Group's Approach to Future-Proof Leadership Development](https://lakgroup.com/empowering-agile-leaders-in-economic-uncertainty-lak-groups-approach-to-future-proof-leadership-development/) - Discover how agile leadership in economic uncertainty helps organizations navigate disruption, strengthen resilience, adapt quickly, and future-proof leaders. - [Leadership Trends for Developing Growth Mindset](https://lakgroup.com/leadership-trends-for-developing-growth-mindset/) - Explore leadership growth mindset trends that help organizations embrace AI, adapt to hybrid work, strengthen agility, and build future-ready leaders. - [Reducing Change Fatigue](https://lakgroup.com/reducing-change-fatigue/) - Learn practical strategies for reducing change fatigue through clearer priorities, intentional communication, flexibility, trust, and stronger connections. - [Case Study: Removing Silos and Improving communication in Senior Executive Teams](https://lakgroup.com/case-study-removing-silos-and-improving-communication-in-senior-executive-teams/) - Learn practical strategies for reducing change fatigue through clearer priorities, intentional communication, flexibility, trust, and stronger connections. - [Want to Ask Better Questions? See Why Leadership Assessment unlocks more than just potential.](https://lakgroup.com/want-to-ask-better-questions-see-why-leadership-assessment-unlocks-more-than-just-potential/) - Learn how leadership assessments uncover potential, improve interview questions, evaluate job fit, reduce hiring risk, and guide employee development. - [Case Study: Developing Frontline Leaders](https://lakgroup.com/case-study-developing-frontline-leaders/) - See how frontline leadership development improved management skills, communication, change leadership, employee engagement, retention, and performance. - [AI Is Not Optional Anymore: Why Human Advantage Matters More Than Ever](https://lakgroup.com/ai-is-not-optional-anymore-why-human-advantage-matters-more-than-ever/) - Build AI readiness across your workforce while strengthening human judgment, communication, adaptability, ethics, leadership, and responsible adoption. - [A Better Selection Process: Research-Based Tools for Physician Leadership Selection and Development](https://lakgroup.com/a-better-selection-process-research-based-tools-for-physician-leadership-selection-and-development/) - Improve physician leadership selection with research-based assessments that evaluate behaviors, capabilities, readiness, fit, and development opportunities. - [From Layoff to Launchpad: Turning Setbacks into Success](https://lakgroup.com/from-layoff-to-launchpad-turning-setbacks-into-success/) - Navigate your job search after a layoff with practical tips for managing emotions, updating LinkedIn, building routines, and creating a successful fresh start. - [The Leadership Growth Curve](https://lakgroup.com/the-leadership-growth-curve/) - Explore the Leadership Growth Curve and learn how leaders progress from self-awareness and purpose to influence, coaching, and multiplying their impact. - [Are you Winning or Losing? Upskilling & Reskilling Leadership ](https://lakgroup.com/are-you-winning-or-losing-upskilling-reskilling-leadership/) - Learn why upskilling and reskilling leaders strengthens frontline management, closes skill gaps, improves retention, prevents burnout, and boosts performance. - [Reimagining Work: AI’s Transformational Impact Through 2029](https://lakgroup.com/reimagining-work-ais-transformational-impact-through-2029/) - Explore how AI and the future of work may reshape management, employee engagement, decision-making, talent strategy, and organizational structures by 2029. - [Not Just a Perk, A Power Move: Career Coaching for Retention](https://lakgroup.com/career_coaching_for_retention/) - Discover how career coaching for employee retention improves engagement, strengthens leaders, supports growth, reduces turnover, and delivers measurable ROI. - [The Future of Work: Preferred Skills Are Now Essential ](https://lakgroup.com/the-future-of-work-preferred-skills-are-now-essential/) - Discover the future of work skills professionals need to thrive, including emotional intelligence, digital literacy, communication, flexibility, and influence - [Navigating Change: Preparing Leaders to Own & Embrace Change  ](https://lakgroup.com/navigating-change-preparing-leaders-to-own-embrace-change/) - Explore change management strategies that help leaders communicate expectations, build employee trust, reduce disruption, and guide successful transitions. - [The Shared Responsibility of Career Development](https://lakgroup.com/the-shared-responsibility-of-career-development/) - Learn why career development requires managers and employees to share responsibility through regular conversations, coaching, and continuous growth. - [Mitigate Risk and Boost Engagement with Effective Succession Planning](https://lakgroup.com/mitigate-risk-and-boost-engagement-with-effective-succession-planning/) - Boost effective succession planning for risk mitigation. LAK Group offers expert guidance for effective talent management and development. - [Assessing for Leadership: How Talexes Helps You Spot Tomorrow’s Leaders Today](https://lakgroup.com/assessing-for-leadership-talexes-spot-tomorrows-leaders/) - Discover how leadership assessments from Talexes reveal high-potential employees, reduce bias, guide development, and strengthen your leadership pipeline. - [LAK Group Acquires Talexes to Expand Assessment Offerings](https://lakgroup.com/lak-group-acquires-talexes-to-expand-assessment-offerings/) - Discover how the LAK Group Talexes acquisition expands data-driven assessment solutions for hiring, leadership development, cultural fit, and talent growth. - [Case Study: Enabling an Effective Mentor Program In A Global Organization](https://lakgroup.com/case-study-enabling-an-effective-mentor-program-in-a-global-organization/) - See how LAK Group designed a global mentor program that strengthened mentoring relationships, collaboration, engagement, and retention across regions. - [Becoming a Destination Employer for Generation Z](https://lakgroup.com/becoming-a-destination-employer-for-generation-z/) - Learn how to become a destination employer for Generation Z by creating a purpose-driven, flexible, inclusive workplace that attracts and retains top talent. - [Leveraging A.I. to Help Build a Sustainable Talent Pipeline](https://lakgroup.com/leveraging-a-i-to-help-build-a-sustainable-talent-pipeline/) - Learn how AI can help build a sustainable talent pipeline by improving recruitment, employee development, onboarding, engagement, retention, and succession. - [Finding Your Purpose: Why a Career Coach Can Be Your Guiding Star](https://lakgroup.com/finding-your-purpose-why-a-career-coach-can-be-your-guiding-star/) - Learn how a career coach can help you clarify your values, find purpose, set meaningful goals, and confidently navigate your evolving professional journey. - [The LAK Group is Introducing ORIEL - A New AI Coaching Tool That Will Profoundly Change Career Coaching and Outplacement](https://lakgroup.com/introducing-oriel-ai-coaching-tool/) - Discover ORIEL, LAK Group’s AI coaching tool that helps professionals practice interviews, presentations, and workplace conversations with real-time feedback. - [Improve Your Talent Acquisition Process with Assessments](https://lakgroup.com/improve-your-talent-acquisition-process-with-assessments/) - Learn how assessments can improve your talent acquisition process, reduce hiring risks, identify stronger candidates, and support smarter hiring decisions. - [Optimism: If Resilience Was A Superpower](https://lakgroup.com/optimism-if-resilience-was-a-superpower/) - Discover how optimism in leadership builds resilience, trust, engagement, and stronger teams—and learn practical ways to lead positively through challenges. - [The Great Awakening: Become a more human-centric employer and give your people a reason to stay](https://lakgroup.com/the-great-awakening-become-a-more-human-centric-employer-and-give-your-people-a-reason-to-stay/) - Discover how creating human-centric workplaces appeals to talent with LAK Group. Give your people a reason to stay and thrive. - [Importance of Being in the Room Where It Happens](https://lakgroup.com/importance-of-being-in-the-room-where-it-happens/) - Flexibility and the hybrid model are very likely here to stay. Productivity can remain high when people work from their home office. - [Using Assessments for Hiring, Retention, and Employee Development](https://lakgroup.com/using-assessments-for-hiring-retention-and-employee-development/) - Harness the potential of assessments for employee development strategies. LAK Group enhances hiring, retention, and strategies for sustainable growth. - [Personal Branding](https://lakgroup.com/personal-branding/) - Mastering personal branding for career succes is made easy with LAK Group. Showcase your unique value and open doors to exciting career opportunities. - [How to Work a Room - 10 Tips](https://lakgroup.com/how-to-work-a-room-10-tips/) - Discover the art of working a room with 10 essential tips. Learn to network like a pro with expert HR insights & tips. Elevate your career with LAK Group. - [Coaching and Chemistry: It is a Make or Break Relationship!](https://lakgroup.com/coaching-and-chemistry-it-is-a-make-or-break-relationship/) - Discover the crucial link between coaching and chemistry with LAK Group, a leading HR firm. Unleash your potential and achieve groundbreaking results. - [What is Driving the Great Resignation](https://lakgroup.com/what-is-driving-the-great-resignation/) - Learn about today's great resignation phenomenon with LAK Group. We provide insights to retain top talent in your organization. - [Pipeline Planning Leads to Dynamic Succession Plans](https://lakgroup.com/pipeline-planning-leads-to-dynamic-succession-plans/) - Learn how pipeline planning leads to dynamic succession plans with LAK Group. Ensure seamless leadership transitions and future-proof your organization. - [5 Key Elements Every Succession Management Process Must Have](https://lakgroup.com/5-key-elements-every-succession-management-process-must-have/) - Discover essential elements for succession management processes with LAK Group. Unlock expert strategies for effective succession planning. - [A Better Selection Process: Tools for Physician Leader Selection and Development](https://lakgroup.com/tools-for-physician-leader-selection-and-development/) - Learn better physician leader selection and development with LAK Group. Unlock the potential of your healthcare organization. - [Agile Leaders: Nature Versus Nurture](https://lakgroup.com/agile-leaders-nature-versus-nurture/) - Exploring agile leaders in the HR industry with LAK Group. Explore the debate of nature vs. nurture and its impact on leadership success. - [Becoming a Destination Employer: A Success Story for Everyone](https://lakgroup.com/becoming-a-destination-employer/) - A success story of becoming a destination employer. Learn from LAK Group and cultivate inspiration for your employees. - [What Leadership Shadow Do You Cast?](https://lakgroup.com/what-leadership-shadow-do-you-cast/) - Unveil your leadership shadow and see your impact with LAK Group. Gain insights into your professional style and its impact on others. - [Who is Responsible for Leadership Development?](https://lakgroup.com/who-is-responsible-for-leadership-development/) - Discover key players in leadership development and your responsibility. LAK Group explores the roles involved in effective leadership development. - [How to Turn Performance Reviews into High Performers](https://lakgroup.com/how-to-turn-performance-reviews-into-high-performers/) - Discover how LAK Group can help turn performance reviews into high performers. Boost productivity and engagement in your organization. - [Integrated Talent Reviews: How to Achieve High Results for the Company & Employees](https://lakgroup.com/integrated-talent-reviews-how-to-achieve-high-results-for-the-company-employees/) - Achieve high results with integrated talent reviews from LAK Group. Utilize our expert guidance to help your company excel. - [Achieve Higher Satisfaction & Retention with a Better Onboarding Experience](https://lakgroup.com/achieve-higher-satisfaction-retention-with-a-better-onboarding-experience/) - Learn how improving onboarding for higher satisfaction can benefit your business. LAK Group offers expertise to create a seamless onboarding experience. - [Is Outplacement Still Relevant?](https://lakgroup.com/is-outplacement-still-relevant/) - Is outplacement still relevant as much today? LAK Group answers this critical question and provides insights to navigate career transitions effectively. - [Becoming a Destination Employer: A Success Story for Everyone](https://lakgroup.com/becoming-a-destination-employer-a-success-story-for-everyone/) - Discover what it take to become a desireable employer. LAK Group explores strategies for attracting and retaining top talent. - [Foregoing Agile Leadership Has Dire Consequences for Every Company](https://lakgroup.com/foregoing-agile-leadership-has-dire-consequences-for-every-company/) - Learn about the consequences of foregoing agile leadership in your company. LAK Group offers insights and solutions for effective leadership development. - [Leadership Development: The Danger of Overlooking the Middle Manager](https://lakgroup.com/leadership-development-the-danger-of-overlooking-the-middle-manager/) - Read about the danger in overlooking the middle manager with LAK Group. Explore strategies for empowering and leveraging each vital role. - [How to Build a Sustainable Talent Pipeline](https://lakgroup.com/how-to-build-a-sustainable-talent-pipeline/) - Unlock the key to building sustainable talent pipelines with LAK Group. Gain valuable insights and best practices to attract and retain top talent. - [Agile Leaders: Nature vs. Nurture](https://lakgroup.com/agile-leaders-nature-vs-nurture/) - Explore agile leadership and the nature vs. nurture approach. LAK Group examines the qualities of agile leaders, their insights, and strategies. - [The Key Ingredients for Employee Engagement Success](https://lakgroup.com/the-key-ingredients-for-employee-engagement-success/) - Unlock the secrets to employee engagement with LAK Group. Discover strategies and insights to foster a motivated and productive workforce. - [Our Summer Reading List: Leadership](https://lakgroup.com/our-summer-reading-list-leadership/) - Explore this summer's curated leadership reading list. LAK Group recommends material to enhance your leadership skills and knowledge. - [How to Build a Mentoring Program That Works](https://lakgroup.com/how-to-build-a-mentoring-program-that-works/) - Build effective mentoring programs meant for success. LAK Group shares insights and strategies for creating impactful mentor relationships. - [Why Outplacement? What You and Your Employees Need to Know](https://lakgroup.com/why-outplacement-what-you-and-your-employees-need-to-know/) - Let's talk outplacement and what your company needs to know. Learn more about the insights from LAK Group and our outplacement services. - [How a Negative Outplacement Experience Can Hurt Your Business](https://lakgroup.com/how-a-negative-outplacement-experience-can-hurt-your-business/) - Understand the impact of a negative outplacement experience. LAK Group provides insights on the importance of positive outplacement strategies. - [5 Elements Every Succession Plan Must Have](https://lakgroup.com/5-elements-every-succession-plan-must-have/) - Do you have these 5 essential elements for your succession plan? LAK Group provides expert guidance and solutions for effective talent management. - [5 Ways to Overcome Change Resistance in Your Organization](https://lakgroup.com/5-ways-to-overcome-change-resistance-in-your-organization/) - The importance of overcoming change resistance: the 5 key strategies. LAK Group provides HR solutions to drive successful transformations. - [Want to Attract and Retain Top Talent? Agile Leaders are Key.](https://lakgroup.com/want-to-attract-and-retain-top-talent-agile-leaders-are-key/) - How to attract and retain top talent with agile leaders. LAK Group provides insights and strategies for building a competitive workforce. - [Job Loss: The Family Conversation](https://lakgroup.com/job-loss-the-family-conversation/) - How to navigate job loss and the family conversation that follows. LAK Group provides insights and support during this difficult time. - [Michael Grubich Joins the LAK Group](https://lakgroup.com/michael-grubich-joins-the-lak-group/) - Michael Grubich joins as a Managing Partner, bringing his expertise to LAK Group. Learn more about the latest partnership & the value he adds to our team. - [Reducing Employee Turnover: Steps for Promoting Retention](https://lakgroup.com/reducing-employee-turnover-steps-for-promoting-retention/) - Discover how to promote effective employee retention strategy with LAK Group. Unlock a more stable and engaged workforce. - [The LAK Group Names Mike Milsted and Michael Grubich as Presidents, Partners](https://lakgroup.com/the-lak-group-names-mike-milsted-and-michael-grubich-as-presidents-partners/) - Sharing our exciting news as Mike Milsted and Michael Grubich are named Presidents and Partners of LAK. Discover their leadership impact and expertise. - [Right Person. Wrong Job: What to Do and How to Adjust](https://lakgroup.com/right-person-wrong-job-what-to-do-and-how-to-adjust-2/) - How to navigate having the right person in the wrong job. LAK Group helps you make the necessary adjustments for improved performance. - [Beyond the Skills Checklist: Selecting the Right Talent](https://lakgroup.com/beyond-the-skills-checklist-selecting-the-right-talent/) - Discover the right fit - the importance of moving beyond the skills checklist. Improve your hiring process and drive business success. - [Dyad Leadership Development and Coaching Improves Patient Outcomes](https://lakgroup.com/dyad-leadership-development-and-coaching-improves-patient-outcomes/) - Explore how to enhance patient outcomes with dyad leadership. LAK Group strengthens your healthcare team and drives success. - [Improve the Selection Process with an Effective Assessment Strategy](https://lakgroup.com/improve-the-selection-process-with-an-effective-assessment-strategy/) - Discover how LAK Group can enhance your selection process with assessments. Make better hiring decisions and build stronger teams. - [Developing Nurse Managers: Targeting Leadership Capabilities to Improve Clinical & Business Outcomes](https://lakgroup.com/developing-nurse-managers-targeting-leadership-capabilities-to-improve-clinical-business-outcomes/) - Learn how you can develop your nurse managers' leadership capabilities, leading to improved clinical and business outcomes. - [Career Growth and Advancement: What You Need to Know and Do to Succeed](https://lakgroup.com/career-growth-and-advancement-what-you-need-to-know-and-do-to-succeed/) - Learn how to navigate career growth & advancement for success. LAK provides expert insights on what you need to know and do to succeed in your career. - [Shelley A. Smith Joins the LAK Group as a Senior Consultant, Executive Coach](https://lakgroup.com/shelley-smith-joins-the-lak-group-as-senior-consultant-and-executive-coach/) - Meet Shelley A. Smith, the newest addition to LAK Group's team of experts. Discover how her expertise drives success in consulting and executive coaching. - [What's Culture Got to Do With It?](https://lakgroup.com/whats-culture-got-to-do-with-it/) - Discover the impact of culture on organizational success. LAK Group provides insights on building a strong and thriving work culture. - [How Regular Career Conversations Help You Keep Your Best Employees](https://lakgroup.com/how-regular-career-conversations-help-you-keep-your-best-employees/) - Learn about the importance of career conversations for employee retention. LAK Group provides insights on fostering growth through effective communication. - [Are You Behind in the Race for Employer of Choice - Does it Matter in an Unstable Economy? (Part 1)](https://lakgroup.com/are-you-behind-in-the-race-for-employer-of-choice-does-it-matter-in-an-unstable-economy-part-1/) - Learn about the importance of navigating top employment in an unstable economy. LAK Group provides insights on staying ahead in the race for top talent. - [Are You Behind in the Race for Employer of Choice? Does it Matter in an Unstable Economy? (Part 2)](https://lakgroup.com/are-you-behind-in-the-race-for-employer-of-choice-does-it-matter-in-an-unstable-economy-part-2/) - Continue navigating top employment in an unstable economy. LAK Group provides insights on staying ahead in the race for top talent. - [Landing a Job: A “How-To Guide” for 2020](https://lakgroup.com/landing-a-job-a-how-to-guide-for-2020/) - LAK Group shares a 2020 guide to landing your dream job. Unlock success in your job search and secure the position you desire. - [Mentorship 2.0: Embracing the Changing Nature of the Workplace](https://lakgroup.com/mentorship-2-0-embracing-the-changing-nature-of-the-workplace/) - Discover how LAK Group is embracing a changing workplace with Mentorship 2.0. 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We excel in non-profit executive search & recruitment, connecting you with the best. - [Coaching For Impact](https://lakgroup.com/coaching-for-impact/) - Coaching For Impact Imagine what it would feel like to not have to have all the answers, tell people what to do, and solve everyone’s problems. Leaders who coach for impact: Meet with their team regularly Communicate in a supportive, empathetic way Practice active listening and ask thought provoking questions Develop their teams to be - [Executive Coaching](https://lakgroup.com/services/executive-coaching/) - Discover the expertise of our certified business coaches. LAK offers executive coaching and personalized development for your coaching needs. - [Culture](https://lakgroup.com/services/culture/) - Strong company cultures retain talent, thrive and succeed. LAK Group can get you there. Explore our 5 step process to cultural transformation. - [Contact](https://lakgroup.com/contact/) - Have questions or need assistance from LAK Group? Our team is here to help you achieve your goals. Get in touch with us today to discuss your HR needs. ## Candidate Profiles - [I-07 GLOBAL MARKETING & SALES LEADER (Wisconsin)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/i-07-global-marketing-sales-leader-wisconsin/) - Dynamic global marketing leader with a proven history of driving go-to-market strategies, innovative product development, and high-impact launches. Expertise in strategic market planning, category management, and sales execution across retail and e-commerce sectors in North America, Latin America, and Asia Pacific. Skilled in leveraging direct and distributor models to maximize market penetration and revenue growth. - [H-03 DIRECTOR AGILE DELIVERY (Massachusetts)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/h-03-director-agile-delivery-massachusetts/) - Proven track record of delivering ideas from paper to product in companies and organizations through agility, innovation, and strategic execution. With over 20 years of experience across 5 industries, I’ve focused on accelerating delivery, optimizing workflows, and fostering high-performing teams that drive measurable business impact. A deep passion for mentoring teams, optimizing workflows, and solving complex - [H-09 BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE (Illinois)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/h-09-business-development-executive-illinois/) - Charismatic, passionate, and purpose-driven professional focused on new business and developing relationships in healthcare, higher education, non-profit, and corporate sectors. Cultivate C-level partnerships through excellent storytelling and communication strategies. Natural-born leader with mentoring and coaching skills to develop other employees, students, volunteers, or organization members. Solution-oriented, sharing organizational values and mission comfortably with diverse groups - [I-06 BUSINESS GROWTH EXECUTIVE | STRATEGY LEADER (Wisconsin)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/i-06-business-growth-executive-strategy-leader-wisconsin/) - Executive leader driving multi-million-dollar revenue growth through strategic sales, channel management, merchandising analytics, B2B/B2C, and direct to consumer (DTC) e-commerce initiatives. Transformed business operations, including scaling a DTC strategy and leveraging technology to enhance customer experience and capture market opportunities, resulting in significant improvements in conversion rates and customer engagement. Highly skilled in building high-performing - [F-01 TALENT DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST/HR (Wisconsin)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/f-01-talent-development-specialist-hr-wisconsin/) - Highly effective leader and resolute professional with over 25 years of firsthand experience in Talent Development and Learning & Development. Experience with designing and implementing innovative training programs that align with organizational goals. Extensive HR background, specializing in leadership development, performance management, and employee growth. Expertise in developing high-performing teams and fostering cultures of continuous - [C-03 ENGINEER (New York)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/c-03-engineer-new-york/) - Electrical engineer with 6 years of working in renewable energy and smart grid technologies. Commissioned and delivered over 15 complex energy projects, including residential microgrids, manufacturing, and utility-scale solar generation. Experienced in industrial protocols like Modbus and CAN bus, UNIX environments, and programming languages like Java, Python, and C++. Thrives on troubleshooting, quick thinking, and - [I-05 GLOBAL LEADERSHIP | BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT | BRAND AMBASSADOR (Wisconsin)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/i-05-global-leadership-business-development-brand-ambassador-wisconsin/) - Transformational marketing executive with extensive experience leading global teams and driving growth through innovative marketing strategies and operational excellence. Excels at comprehensive marketing initiatives encompassing product development, pricing optimization, and channel expansion. Demonstrates strong leadership in building and mentoring high-performing teams while fostering a culture of collaboration and results-driven success. Develops and executes go-to-market strategies - [I-04 SALES & MARKETING EXECUTIVE (Missouri)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/i-04-sales-marketing-executive-missouri/) - A 20-year veteran of helping people with their sales and marketing goals and over 2 decades of driving sales and marketing strategies for over 300+ companies from Fortune 500 to SMBs throughout the U.S.Led teams of salespeople, account managers, developers, engineers, creatives, and product and project managers to help get the most out of their - [A-01 COMMERCIAL & CONSUMER LOAN OPERATIONS LEADER/CONSULTANT (Wisconsin)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/a-01-commercial-consumer-loan-operations-leader-consultant-wisconsin/) - Dynamic and accomplished leader in the Retail Financial Services industry both as a manager and an individual contributor. Well-organized professional demonstrating a strong commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. Self-motivated and passionate about staff development and training. Recognized as a respected business partner driving results and achieving shared goals and objectives. - [H-11 SENIOR LEADERSHIP & TALENT DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL (Wisconsin)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/h-11-senior-leadership-talent-development-prfoessional-wisconsin/) - Results-driven and adaptable strategic business leader with deep experience developing talent and building learning cultures by partnering with leaders at all levels to use data to align business and talent development strategies. Passionate, collaborative, and insightful developer of people, teams, and organizations to help them become the best versions of themselves. Consultative experience in many - [H-10 SENIOR DIRECTOR, STRATEGY & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT (Illinois)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/h-10-senior-director-strategy-business-development-illinois/) - Well-rounded executive with direct experience in key functional areas of business (M&A, Business & Corporate-level Strategy, Finance, Product Management, Engineering, Operations). Strong understanding of P&L with extensive experience driving business results in a diverse team environment. Kellogg MBA & Engineering graduate degree. - [C-10 SENIOR PRODUCT MANAGER (New York)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/c-10-senior-product-manager-new-york/) - Experienced Product Manager with 16 years of expertise delivering secure, scalable hardware, firmware, and IoT solutions, including the successful deployment of over $100MM in industrial solar controllers. Proven ability to manage full product lifecycles, from stakeholder engagement and strategic roadmaps to detailed specifications and post-launch optimization. A process-driven leader skilled in Agile methodologies and cross-functional - [H-05 SENIOR MASTER SCHEDULER (Mississippi)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/h-05-senior-master-scheduler-mississippi/) - Seasoned manufacturing professional with over 30 years of experience in various manufacturing roles. Skilled in team leadership, production planning, and scheduling, as well as vocational training. Passionate about developing talent, teaching, mentoring, inspiring and engaging operations team members. Fosters a culture of collaboration and teamwork. - [H-02 PRICING LEADER (Texas)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/h-02-pricing-leader-texas/) - Results-oriented professional with 15+ years of proven ability to drive process improvements, achieve significant gains in revenues and bottom-line profits through value-based pricing, and develop new revenue streams through strategic business leadership. Skilled at matching solutions to business challenges with strong leadership qualities to motivate and mobilize cross-functional support to deliver customer value. Able to - [I-02 Head of Sales and Marketing (Texas)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/i-02-head-of-sales-and-marketing-texas/) - Senior Energy Executive, leveraging 18+ years of cross-functional sales, marketing, and finance leadership experience to develop and execute effective go-to-market strategies. Proven history of driving revenue growth by making data-driven decisions to improve processes and increase efficiency. Skilled at building and leading high-performing teams, deploying technological solutions to streamline operations, and developing dashboards to track - [H-06 SENIOR MANAGER, LEARNING & TALENT DEVELOPMENT (Wisconsin)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/h-06-senior-manager-learning-talent-development-wisconsin/) - Effective, future-forward, and results-oriented professional with 15+ years of success leading development and implementation of talent, leader, and team development strategies that equip organizations to achieve business goals. Expertise spans a wide range of industries in nonprofit, for-profit, and government settings. Energetic, transformative, and creative coach, facilitator, and presenter adept at identifying opportunities and designing - [C-09 DATA SCIENTIST (California)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/c-09-data-scientist-california/) - Developing and deploying advanced statistical and machine learning models for large data analysis and prediction, with a particular focus on time series forecasting. Engineering modular forecasting frameworks and robust MLOps pipelines on the Databricks platform. - [C-07 UX UI DESIGNER (New York)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/c-07-ux-ui-designer-new-york/) - Senior UX/UI Product Designer and Manager with over 5 years of experience delivering intuitive user experiences and driving end-to-end product development for energy management systems, enterprise software, and digital platforms. Expertise in managing design systems, prioritizing Agile workflows, and leading cross-functional teams to create high-impact solutions. Skilled in user-centered design, prototyping, and aligning business goals - [C-06 STAFF ENGINEER (California)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/c-06-staff-engineer-california/) - Software Engineer specializing in clean technology with a focus on improving fellow developer’s experiences. Dedicated to taking on new challenges in development and deployment system pipelines. Interested in working in diverse and inclusive spaces. - [A-02 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE | OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY | STRATEGIC INITIATIVES SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (Illinois)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/a-02-financial-performance-operational-efficiency-strategic-initiatives-supply-chain-management-illinois/) - C-level executive with extensive global exposure and broad finance background in manufacturing and distribution environments, known to successfully implement financial improvements in profitability and cash flow. DEMONSTRATED ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Improved profitability by defining pricing strategies, controlling variances of actual results against targets, and implementing cost containment actions. Maximized cash generation through structural actions on working capital. - [H-04 PROJECT MANAGER (Texas)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/h-04-project-manager-texas/) - Dynamic Senior Project Manager experienced in residential and commercial construction with a focus on operational logistic efficiencies, optimized productivity, safety, and team collaboration while prioritizing customer satisfaction. - [H-08 PROJECT COORDINATOR (California)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/h-08-project-coordinator-california/) - Dynamic and results-driven professional with expertise in project management, contract administration, and process optimization. Skilled in planning, risk management, and compliance with FAR/DFAR and ITAR standards to drive efficiency and achieve organizational objectives. Exceptional communicator and leader, adept at stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes - [H-07 BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & PARTNERSHIP PROFESSIONAL (California)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/h-07-business-development-partnership-professional-california/) - Motivated and dedicated professional with a strong background in the energy sector, seeking a challenging role within a Cleantech team. I am passionate about driving the clean energy transition and excited to leverage my expertise to create strategic partnerships that advance the mission of a decarbonized, distributed, and digitized energy system. Demonstrated success delivering new - [I-01 SALES MANAGER (California)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/i-01-sales-manager-california/) - Accomplished leader, sales trainer, and account manager with over 25 years of experience in the technology field. Extraordinary experience with sales and customer service as well as in-depth understanding of the sales cycle process. - [C-05 ENGINEERING/QUALITY TECHNICIAN (Wisconsin)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/c-05-engineering-quality-technician-wisconsin/) - With over a decade of experience in SAP systems, engineering solutions, and multidisciplinary project management, contributes a commitment to precision, innovation, and teamwork. Whether structuring complex bills of materials or leading diverse teams under demanding circumstances, thrives in roles where adaptability, problem-solving, and leadership are essential. - [H-01 LEADERSHIP | OPERATIONS | SUPPLY CHAIN | WAREHOUSING (Texas)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/h-01-leadership-operations-supply-chain-warehousing-texas/) - Highly motivated Management professional offering over 16 years of experience directing operations, warehousing, and inventory control. Led teams ranging from 2 to 40 employees daily and supervised inventory control to meet operational needs. Strong leadership skills, understanding of warehouse procedures, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment. Well-versed in overseeing ordering - [I-03 MARKETING & STRATEGY EXECUTIVE (Michigan)](https://lakgroup.com/candidate-profile/i-03-marketing-strategy-executive-michigan/) - Inclusive leader known for delivering sales leadership and driving sustainable growth across global products, services, and business units in the automotive and industrial space. Experienced executive who has built and redefined iconic brands in both North America and Asia, including the Ford F-150, Transit, and Mustang. Forged a groundbreaking strategic alliance between Ford and VW. ## Team Members - [Ashley Seeds](https://lakgroup.com/team/ashley-seeds/) - Ashley Seeds is an executive coach, leadership development strategist, and talent management leader with more than a decade of experience helping leaders grow their confidence, increase their impact, and lead high performing teams. As a coach, she partners with senior leaders who want to strengthen their leadership effectiveness, lead with authenticity, ignite their influence, and - [Bill Calhoun](https://lakgroup.com/team/bill-calhoun/) - Driven by a desire to become the best version of himself, and to help others do the same, Bill Calhoun brings more than 25 years of executive leadership experience in complex healthcare organizations. Having served as a hospital CEO and senior healthcare executive throughout his career, Bill understands firsthand the challenges leaders face in balancing - [Sarah Webber](https://lakgroup.com/team/sarah-webber/) - Sarah Webber MD ACC, is an academic pediatrician, physician leader, and certified development coach whose work centers on helping physicians and leaders grow into more self-aware, values-driven versions of themselves. As Director of Well-Being at a large academic institution, Dr. Webber works closely with leaders and understands firsthand the pressures, tradeoffs, and realities they navigate. - [VILSON ANTONIO SIMON](https://lakgroup.com/team/vilson-antonio-simon/) - BACKGROUND Vilson Simon is an executive coach, strategic advisor, board director, entrepreneur, and former global executive with more than 35 years of leadership experience across the pharmaceutical, animal health, food, beverage, agriculture, and biotechnology sectors. Having led businesses and teams throughout the United States, Latin America, and Brazil while collaborating extensively with global organizations and - [Sally Cartwright](https://lakgroup.com/team/sally-cartwright/) - Meet Sally Cartwright at LAK Group. Learn how Sally helps maintain the day to day workings of the LAK Group. - [Andrea Davidson](https://lakgroup.com/team/andrea-davidson/) - Vice President, Customer Solutions BACKGROUND For more than a decade, Andrea has built her career across corporate finance, investor relations and communications, while also earning certification as a health and wellness coach. In her role as Vice President of Customer Solutions at LAK Group, she combines analytical insight with a natural talent for building - [Kim Cavalcante](https://lakgroup.com/team/kim-cavalcante/) - Kim Cavalcante is a seasoned Executive and Personal Coach with over 17 years of experience in leadership roles at Siemens, Schneider Electric, and Medtronic. As the Co-Founder of ASPIRE, an employee resource group focused on professional development and mentoring, Kim has always been committed to empowering others. She also serves as an advisor for the - [Doug Schulz](https://lakgroup.com/team/doug-shultz/) - BACKGROUND Doug is a versatile HR leader with a proven track record as a strategic thinker, solution champion, process expert, and trusted HR partner. Recognized as a change agent, he has successfully supported world-class market leaders through complex organizational transformation and growth. Doug has led multiple organizations through the design and implementation of people-focused business - [Lisa McLaughlin](https://lakgroup.com/team/lisa-mclaughlin/) - BACKGROUND Lisa McLaughlin is an accomplished organization development and talent management leader with more than 25 years of experience spanning the healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing industries. Throughout her career, Lisa has specialized in talent management, leadership development, organizational design, and change management, consistently delivering people-centered solutions that drive business transformation. Lisa’s expertise includes architecting - [Guillermo Gutierrez](https://lakgroup.com/team/guillermo-gutierrez/) - BACKGROUND Guillermo has over 25 years of experience living, working and leading in different countries and industries, including manufacturing, financial services, consulting and staffing. He has partnered with leaders in global, private and public organizations, delivering tangible solutions. He has worked with Fortune 500 organizations and large, global privately held companies in the United States, - [Anthony Pantaleone, MHRM](https://lakgroup.com/team/anthony-pantaleone-mhrm/) - BACKGROUND Anthony Pantaleone is the Vice President of Assessments at LAK Group, where he leads the firm’s enterprise-wide approach to using assessment science to help organizations link people decisions to business strategy and measurable financial outcomes. With more than 30 years of experience in psychometric testing and workforce assessment—and a Master of Human Resource Management - [Cobi Collins](https://lakgroup.com/team/cobi-collins/) - BACKGROUND For three decades, Cobi has helped organizations solve their people problems for good — transforming managers into confident leaders, struggling teams into high-performing units, and workplaces into cultures where both businesses and employees thrive.Guided by her core values of clarity, fairness, and impact, she believes people strategy is business strategy. Looking ahead, she aims - [Julia Hynson](https://lakgroup.com/team/julia-hynson/) - BACKGROUND Julia is a seasoned expert in the assessment industry with more than 20 years of experience delivering exceptional support services that drive organizational success. As Director of Support Services, she brings a proven track record of solving complex challenges, enhancing operational efficiency, and exceeding the needs of partners and clients. With a deep understanding - [Vickie Gaudin](https://lakgroup.com/team/vickie-gaudin/) - Vickie has been a contract Executive Leadership Coach for the Holdsworth Center in Austin, TX for the past five years. She coaches leaders on how to manage team conflict, structure crucial conversations and lead with a growth mindset. Her coaching passion is in helping others recognize their “own brilliance” and that the “answers lie within - [Lindsey Kriete](https://lakgroup.com/team/lindsey-kriete/) - BACKGROUND Lindsey Kriete is a senior executive with over 20 years of progressive experience in driving success and leading teams. With expertise in operations, HR, process improvement, and organizational development, she has a proven reputation for achieving results in both privately held and nonprofit organizations, including start-ups and legacy companies. Her combination of both nonprofit - [Shelley Saeger](https://lakgroup.com/team/shelley-saeger/) - Shelley is a purpose-driven leadership coach and organizational consultant with extensive experience leading teams, developing talent, and coaching leaders at all levels. She is driven by a single purpose: helping others succeed. Whether through coaching, consulting, or facilitation, her goal is to create clarity, alignment, and meaningful action that enables self-reflection and the ability to discover - [Andy Hillig](https://lakgroup.com/team/andy-hillig/) - Learn about Andy Hillig at LAK. Discover how Andy empowers organizations to optimize their workforce, cultivate leadership capabilities, and drive growth. - [Joan H. Evans](https://lakgroup.com/team/joan-h-evans/) - Joan H. Evans, an accomplished coach at LAK Group, brings extensive experience and strategic insights to help senior leaders maximize their potential. - [Michelle Bostian](https://lakgroup.com/team/michelle-bostian/) - Michelle Bostian is a seasoned executive coach and consultant known for her inviting demeanor and impactful leadership. With a career spanning over 25 years, she has cultivated expertise in designing and implementing tailored leadership programs, steering change management initiatives, fostering team alignment, and crafting visionary plans for organizational effectiveness. Michelle’s work is anchored in unlocking - [Kurt Johnson](https://lakgroup.com/team/kurt-johnson/) - BACKGROUND With over 40 years in the HR sector, one half as an HR leader and one half as a Talent Management Consultant, Kurt knows the power when people truly connect to the right people. 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