Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
I partner with leaders and organizations to strengthen leadership, improve performance, and drive measurable business growth through communication, accountability, and execution. Over the last 20+ years, I have worked across leadership development, consulting, sales, and organizational performance, contributing to and closing engagements ranging from $10K to $10M for enterprise organizations, nonprofit entities, and privately held businesses. Clients have included Mercedes-Benz, ExxonMobil, Enterprise Products Partners, Turner Industries, and United Way. My work focuses on helping organizations: • Develop stronger leaders and teams • Improve communication and accountability • Increase alignment, execution, and performance • Strengthen sales effectiveness and business growth • Navigate change and organizational challenges more effectively In 2002, I founded The Success Institute, where I have partnered with executives, sales professionals, leadership teams, and organizations to improve performance and create meaningful, lasting results. What makes my approach different is the ability to bridge strategy, leadership, communication, and execution. I am not just focused on ideas. I focus on helping people and organizations move forward, perform at a higher level, and achieve measurable outcomes. My career began by helping individuals with disabilities enter the workforce, earning the trust of employers by showing them capability where others saw limitations. That experience shaped how I lead and work with people today: people first, results always. Credentials & Background: • Certified Coach, Trainer, and Speaker, John Maxwell Team • Certified in Mediation and Conflict Resolution • Background in leadership, communication, sales, and performance development through Dale Carnegie Training If you are looking to strengthen leadership, improve organizational performance, or navigate growth and change more effectively, I would welcome the opportunity to connect.
Drive business growth and client results by delivering high-value coaching, training, and consulting solutions focused on leadership, sales performance, and organizational effectiveness. Partner with organizations ranging from startups to enterprise clients to identify performance gaps, align teams, and implement strategies that increase revenue, productivity, and long-term success. Key Contributions: -Generated revenue through consultative sales of coaching, training, and organizational development solutions -Designed and delivered customized programs that improved leadership effectiveness, sales performance, and team alignment -Built long-term client relationships through trust-based, solution-oriented engagement -Led full sales cycle from business development and discovery through proposal, close, and delivery -Facilitated executive coaching, team training, and workshops focused on communication, accountability, and performance Core Offerings: Executive & Leadership Coaching Sales & Performance Training & Coaching Organizational Consulting Workshops, Keynotes & Facilitation
Deliver leadership development, sales, and professional skills training to individuals and organizations, leveraging world-class content and methodologies. -Facilitate workshops and training programs focused on leadership, communication, and performance improvement -Coach leaders and teams to increase productivity, engagement, and business results -Support organizations in developing stronger leaders and more effective teams
Drove new business development and revenue growth across a five-state territory, generating over $10M in sales and securing multi-million dollar enterprise accounts. Key Achievements: -Closed major accounts including Mercedes-Benz, ExxonMobil, and multiple state government entities -Managed full sales cycle from prospecting and discovery through proposal and close -Expanded existing accounts and increased revenue through strategic relationship management -Developed and executed sales strategies to penetrate new markets and grow territory performance
Sold leadership and communication training solutions to organizations, working directly with decision-makers to identify needs and deliver tailored programs. -Conducted discovery-based sales conversations to uncover business challenges -Delivered presentations and proposals that led to closed training engagements -Supported program delivery as assistant instructor, reinforcing client outcomes
Sold corporate computer training and technology education solutions ranging from $10K to $200K to small and large organizations during a period of rapid workplace technology adoption. Partnered with companies to assess training needs, recommend solutions, and support employee development as businesses transitioned into more technology-driven environments. Built and maintained strong client relationships through ongoing communication, follow-up, and a commitment to customer satisfaction and long-term success.