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Now is the time for leaders, teams, and organizations to close leadership gaps— and thrive in a world that’s changing faster than ever.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER • LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT COACH
BEST SELLING FORBES BOOKS AUTHOR
FORBES CONTRIBUTOR • 2x FOUNDER & CEO

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Welcome to the future of leadership development.
Turn decades into days with our Leadership Experiences.

Leadership is no longer about influence.  It's about impact.

Skip years of trial and error, condense decades into days and get on the path THAT WORKS so you can see, feel and experience REAL RESULTS as fast as possible.

Whether you want me to speak on your stage or strategize about how to turn your leaders into extraordinary performers, you get the depth and breadth of my expertise leading and advising the world's most recognized brands at your fingertips.

I created the C.H.A.I.R. Leadership model and launched the 21st Century Leadership Institute to shape tomorrow's leaders today. 

Welcome to the future.

21st Century Leadership Institute

Your organizational culture is written in your leadership decisions and actions.

That’s precisely why I launched the 21st Century Leadership Institute.  Our leadership programs and experiences are meticulously designed for each level of leadership: individual contributors, new leaders, mid-level managers, senior leaders and C-Suite executives as well as Government officials and their teams.  Our tailored approach ensures that each individual, each team, and each organization receives the precise tools, knowledge, and guidance needed to unlock their full leadership potential.

Leadership Training for
Individual Contributors & New Leaders

Our leadership programs will ensure you are ready to be the leader you are meant to become.  We ensure our coaching and training opportunities meet your specific needs.

Leadership Training for
Government Officials + Teams

Our government-focused leadership development builds trust amongst elected officials, their teams, their colleagues and constituents. We equip you with practical tools to navigate uncertainty and drive results for those you represent.

Who We Serve (former and current):

 

Customizable Leadership Development

Cicely understands that a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work for leadership development. Her leadership programs and experiences are meticulously designed to be customizable for each level of your organization—individual contributors, emerging leaders, mid-level managers, and top executives. This tailored approach ensures each individual receives the precise tools, knowledge, and guidance needed to unlock their full leadership potential. We don’t just create leaders; we sculpt the backbone of future-ready organizations, aligning personal growth with corporate objectives.

Leadership Essentials

Critical Skills For New and Emerging Leaders

This program is designed for individuals and new leaders to develop essential leadership skills. It emphasizes self-leadership, team inspiration, and motivation. Key topics include emotional intelligence, communication, team building, and conflict resolution, preparing emerging leaders for a successful leadership career.

Leadership Xcel

The Pathway to Leadership Excellence Program

Designed for aspiring senior leaders, this coaching program enhances leadership skills, strategic insight, decision-making, communication, and innovation. Participants benefit from a network of peers on similar career paths.

EliteExec Empowerment

 

Charting the Course from Senior Executives to C-suite 

Tailored for senior executives aspiring to C-suite roles, these programs enhance leadership qualities, strategic thinking, decision making, and organizational impact, transforming executives into inspiring, innovative leaders.

Cicely on your stage.
Join the long list of global brands, public sector organizations, companies and associations who have hired Cicely to deliver keynote talks at their events, conferences, and Washington Fly-Ins.
If you would like to give your crowd a memorable experience, contact us and let's get Cicely in front of your attendees.

What Others Have To Say​

Scott Sager

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Cicely Simpson offers a unique and fresh approach to the major issues facing corporate and political America today. Her presentations combine a warmth for her audience with a personal charisma that captivates audiences with her honest and relatable stories of overcoming racial and gender barriers through principle centered decisions. Cicely's insights into servant leadership, building trust and forging open and honest communication resonate with aspiring professionals of every age -- and show that things can be done right even in the highest levels of Washington politics and the board rooms of some of America's most successful corporations. Cicely will leave you longing for more and will empower individuals to reinvest in making things better right where they are!

L. Dowd

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It is rare when you meet someone with incredible experience, composure, wisdom, humor and kindness, but Cicely is all of those things and more. Cicely has become a coach, mentor and friend to me. Our relationship started when she was a guest on my podcast twice and I was on hers twice. We found a fast friendship and a kinship in our desire to change the working world for the better. I've watched Cicely instill confidence in the leaders she coaches. She built an incredible community to help people and does it all with a level head and grace. She could have 100 things going on but you'd never know it as she makes you feel like you are the only person in the room. I'd recommend Cicely to anyone looking for a coach, a great podcast, a thoughtful and excellent book or a speaker to help your team be their best.