Taking local Leaders in Mercer County and the surrounding area from
Unsure to Unmistakable in 6 months
Become the Leader that Your Team Can Count On
Jan 12 - June 15, 2027 • Celina, OH • Applications required • Small group - Limited seats
Cohort 1 Results:
10
Leaders Trained
10 out of 10
Measurably Improved
Biggest Gain = Confidence
17x ROI
As estimated by the
Managers of our Leaders
3
Companies
100%
of Cohort 1 companies
returned for Cohort 2
"Learning that other community leaders experience the same thoughts & feelings is comforting.
The most impactful part of the program is the safety provided to be vulnerable and real about concerns and insecurities. "
Anna Miller - Loan Officer, Dynamic FCU
Brad Alspaugh - Supervisor, Cooper Farms
Heather Garwood - Shift Supervisor, Versa Pak
"Brad has been a positive reinforcement in my quest to not just be a better leader, but a better human being."
"Very relevant to me growing as a leader.
Since day 1, my confidence in myself as a leader has grown. I lean on my mentor less and less, which shows me it's me doing it. Just knowing I know what I'm doing."
Is this You or Your Leaders?
Most leaders I meet are stuck in the same spot. Not because they're bad at it.
Because nobody ever handed them the tools.
I've been the leader reacting to fires. I've handed people responsibility with no playbook and then wondered why they struggled. I've watched good people get promoted and left to figure it out alone.
That's not a talent problem. It's a support problem. And it's fixable.
I came up through it - operator, engineer, supervisor, manager, plant manager - at big companies like ExxonMobil and Lincoln Electric and excellent smaller ones like Poseidon Barge. Nearly 15 years in manufacturing, 11 in leadership. I've led teams to real wins: output up 25%+, defects and rework cut up to 78%, millions in savings and new sales. I've done the work and used the tools I train and coach.
I've trained hundreds of leaders across multiple companies and at Wright State - Lake Campus. The best ones went on to build strong leaders of their own.
That's the greatest feeling in leadership. And it's exactly what I want for you.
Why I Built This
The Payoff: "A Transformational Experience"
Leader
From Unsure to Unmistakable. Leaders leave with visible expectations, a weekly rhythm that runs itself, and the confidence to coach in tough moments
Community & Accountability: Build Skills, confidence, and a network with local Leaders, while holding visible commitments between sessions.
Become the Leader your team needs with tools you can use this week.
More confident and capable Leader and a measurable lift on one local team metric (ex: On-Time Delivery (OTD), Retention, Uptime, Rework)
Retain and grow your high-potential Frontline Leaders.
Give them a proven playbook (not random “leadership inspiration”).
See it show up in retention, uptime, quality, and fewer escalations.
Employer
Leaders don’t change by sitting in a lecture, they change by Doing!
Real Results
Want to understand if we can create these results for your team?
I said we prove it. The proof:
10 leaders. 3 companies.
10 out of 10 measurably improved their leadership behaviors. Biggest gain: confidence.
17x ROI: Managers valued the impact at over 17 times the program cost - even averaging the low end of every estimate.
Over $380,000: in estimated impact from one company alone, across three leaders.
100%: of Cohort 1 companies came back for Cohort 2.
Cohort 2 is underway now. 14 leaders. 6 companies.
What's Included
6 In-Person Workshops - Once Monthly
Peer accountability community with other local leaders
"Metric that Matters" - improve a real company number
Capstone presentation - leaders present results
Ready-to-use scripts & tools they apply that week
Virtual implementation huddles between every session
Coach access & support between sessions via email & chat
Leader & Manager assessment system - Day 1 / Month 3 / Final
How We Prove It
Assessments:
Self & Manager at Day 1, Month 3, Month 6
Metric trend:
Baseline → Month 3 → Month 6 on one agreed metric
Activation:
7-Day Commitments
Reinforcement:
Shared Commitments, Manager Micro-Brief
Program Sessions at a Glance
1) Lead Yourself First & Role of the Leader
2) Connection & Communication
3) Values → Vision → Priorities → Expectations
4) Accountability & Your Leadership Rhythm
5) Coaching for Performance
6) Recognition, Handoffs & Sustain Improvement
Capstone: Each Leader presents a before/after metric with simple artifacts.
Dates: Jan 12 - June 15, 2027
One Tuesday a month @8:00am to 12:00pm
Jan 12, Feb 9, Mar 9, Apr 13, May 11, Jun 15, 2027
Location: Richardson & Bretz Building in Celina, OH
Tier
Standard
Early Bird Pricing (before Dec 4th)
Chamber Members
Price
$2,880
$2,680
$200 off!
Includes
Core 6-Month Program
$2,480 Final (stacks with Early Bird!)
Investment Per Leader
Your Tuition helps Local Leadership:
A percentage of net proceeds supports local leadership programs like Chamber Leadership in Action and Youth Mentoring programs.
ROI in One Win
Improve one real number, and it pays for itself. Usually many times over.
That's not a promise on a screen. It's what Cohort 1 did. Managers valued the impact at over 17 times against an investment of $2,880, averaging the low end of every estimate.
One company alone estimated over $380,000 across three leaders!
Another of our leaders took scrap from 18% down to under 13%. Five points. Their manager valued that one move at over $50,000 a year.
We track it with your real metric. Leaders will pick one that matters to your team.
And you don't need five points. You need one.
Scrap or rework. 1% on a $100k/month line → roughly $12k a year
Retention: Keep one good person from walking → Half to twice their salary saved once hiring, training, and lost production is accounted for.
The numbers your business runs on. On-time delivery, loans, member growth, uptime. For a lot of teams, the biggest lever of all.
Pick one. Track it. Prove it.
And that's just the metric we track. It doesn't count everything else that gets better when a leader gets better.
Do the work and the return will far exceed the investment.
Did we mention this is Risk-Free??
60-Day No-Risk Guarantee.
Attend the first 2 sessions and complete the assignments. Not satisfied? 100% refund.
Hear from our current Cohort 1 Leaders
Real Results, Real Impact
"Learning that other community leaders experience the same thoughts & feelings is comforting.
The session was very engaging and had a great balance for personal vs professional growth. I appreciate the session was not industry specific."
Truly a great servant leader."
Heather - Shift Supervisor
"Very relevant to me growing as a leader."
"Hearing others experiences and opinions has given me the patience to allow change."
Tyla - Lead Setup
Anna - Loan Officer
"Reflect on Failures - Be held Accountable - Failure is not Final.
Loved everything"
Holly - VP of Member Services
"Session was great, looking forward to the next."
"Another great session, your passion and authenticity always shines through."
Kara - Loan Officer
“Be prepared to suck.”
“I am enjoying the class more than expected.”
Brent - Manager
Kyle - Supervisor
What Leaders Say
"Brad exemplifies a true image of leadership. His current leadership knowledge paired with his thirst for continuous education is commending. He has a great perspective in challenging situations and handles the most difficult with ease.
He has a vast knowledge in business and manufacturing. He appreciates the fine balance between quality, manufacturing, process control, and voice of the customer (and more!).
Truly a great servant leader."
Chris Butts - Shop Supervisor
"Working with Brad Smith was one of the most impactful experiences of my career. Brad was not only a great leader but also an incredible mentor. His ability to truly listen, offer guidance, and help you work through challenges to find the right solutions is unmatched by any leader I’ve encountered.
One of Brad’s greatest strengths is his ability to transform people into true leaders. He sees potential in others, develops it with patience and honesty, and gives people the confidence and tools they need to lead with integrity. I learned so much from the way Brad communicated with people—always respectful, clear, and constructive.
Both myself and others in the company still find ourselves saying, “What would Brad do?”—and always in a positive, respectful way. His influence continues to shape the way we lead today."
"Brad’s training on the Direction Formula has been instrumental in ensuring employees clearly understand their assignments and expectations, leading to stronger engagement and measurable results."
Linda - Quality Manager
Rob Kowalczyk - Director of Operations
FAQs
Who should apply?
Frontline Leaders, Team Leads, Supervisors, and Managers (Mercer County + nearby) ready to improve themselves and their teams.
Do I need my Manager’s approval?
Yes. A quick sign-off ensures support and helps select your metric.
What’s the time commitment for a Leader (Participant)?
Plan ~30–60 min/week on average, plus the monthly 4-hour workshop.
Workshops: 6 Monthly mornings, 4 hours each
Activation: a 7-day commitment after each session (15–30 min).
Between sessions: applied assignment + quick check-ins (~15-30 min/week)
Office hour (optional): 60 min mid-month
Assessments: Day 1, Month 3, Month 6 (10–15 min each)
What if I have to miss a session?
Provide adequate notice and you will get key materials and a catch-up plan. You will still be asked to provide a 7-Day commitment and update during the Implementation Huddle or submit a quick recap before the next session.
How do I apply?
Submit your application online. Just click the button below or scroll up to the form above. Takes ~2 minutes.
We will review within 24 hours and hold a seat for 48 hours.
What’s the time commitment for the Manager of the Leader?
~10 min/week on average, plus planning coverage for the monthly workshop.
Leader Assessment & Metric Selection: Prior to Day 1 (10-15 min)
Micro-Briefs: Weekly (or bi-weekly) review of Leader’s reps and metric (5–10 min/week).
Assessments, Review, & Sign-offs: Day 1 / Month 3 / Month 6 (~10 min each).
Coverage: to staff the Leader’s Monthly 4-hour workshop time
What’s the proof this works?
Month 0 / Month 3 / Month 6 assessments & a before/after trend on one company metric (ex: OTD, Retention, Uptime, Rework).
Cohort 1 Results & Testimonials - See above!
Payment & Invoicing?
Pay-in-Full via invoice / PO / ACH prior to start of the Academy.
PO by deadline locks Early Bird price (Net-30).
What if I am not satisfied?
1) You will be!
2) In the rare event you are not, our Guarantee is simple:
60-Day No-Risk Guarantee. Attend the first 2 sessions and complete the assignments. Not satisfied? 100% refund.
Can we enroll multiple leaders?
Yes. Individuals and/or teams.
We review applications to balance the cohort.
What if we have more questions?
Call or Email anytime. I’m happy to help.
Brad Smith • 419-880-1080 • brad@peakperformingleaders.com
Contact: Brad Smith
Email: brad@peakperformingleaders.com
Phone: 419-880-1080
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