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Cultivating People-Focused Leaders, All Year Long

A year-long virtual leadership academy for emerging, evolving, and executive leaders who want to grow with intention..

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Leadership Is a Habit — Not a Moment

Imagine creating a thriving team, building trust, enhancing communication, and shaping a culture where everyone succeeds - while building leadership habits that last a lifetime.

Today’s leaders are overwhelmed by constant demands, endless distractions, and a lack of real support. Most leadership programs are one-time events that offer inspiration for a moment but no real transformation. If you’re tired of being busy but not making progress, you’re not alone.

Right now, your leaders may feel:

* Frustrated by lack of clarity or focus

* Burned out from trying to do it all yourself

* Struggling to connect with and motivate your team

* Experiencing high stress and decision fatigue

* Feeling isolated without a true leadership community

* Wishing you had a system for real, sustainable improvement

I was once a high-achieving individual contributor who was promoted to a leadership role. The new responsibilities felt exciting - until the reality of endless decisions, constant pressure, and team challenges set in. I tried reading books, attending conferences, and watching webinars, but nothing seemed to truly stick or create lasting change. My breakthrough came when I realized that leadership isn’t an event - it’s a habit. Consistency, community, and accountability are the true engines of transformation. That’s why I created the Focus-Driven Leadership Model™ and built the Midwest Leadership Academy - to help others overcome these same challenges and create real impact.

Our year-long, virtual program is built around the Focus-Driven Leadership Model, shared through:

  1. Monthly Leadership Trainings – Live, interactive sessions targeting real-world challenges for emerging, evolving, and executive leaders.
  2. Coaching & Support – Group and individual coaching sessions each month, with Q&A and “hot seat” opportunities, to reinforce learning and unlock breakthroughs.
  3. Professional Community – Connect with ambitious leaders across industries for support, networking, and growth.
  4. Practical Tools & Resources – Access templates, reflection prompts, and a digital resource library—plus all session recordings to revisit anytime.

What life & leadership can look like after MLA:

* Greater confidence and presence as a leader

* More effective, empathetic communication

* Stronger team relationships and trust

* Better decision-making and problem-solving

* Increased emotional intelligence and self-awareness

* Sustainable growth habits that become second nature

* Lower stress and more balance

* Part of a supportive community of like-minded leaders

* Lasting positive impact on your team and organization

Enroll in Midwest Leadership Academy

For starters, you'll receive:

Live Leadership Training

12 monthly live leadership training sessions

Practical, interactive, and tailored to your leadership journey—emerging, evolving, or executive.

 

Group Coaching

24 group coaching sessions

Q&A, masterminds, and “hot seat” coaching to drive real change. 

Professional Community Access

An online space to connect, share, and grow with leaders across industries. 

Practical Tools & Resource Library

Templates, reflection prompts, and on-demand access to session recordings and materials.

Online Learning Program

A self-paced course to unlock your unique leadership superpowers.

Total Value Breakdown:

  • 12 Live Trainings: $30,000
  • 24 Group Coaching Sessions: $30,000
  • “You Have Superpowers” Program: $497
  • Community Access & Resource Library: $497
  • Templates & Tools: $297

Total Retail Value: $61,291

BONUS

  • 1 Month Free with Annual Membership
  • Corporate Group Offer

Membership Options

** All memberships are a one-year commitment.

Level 1

$199

PER MONTH

Full MLA Core Membership Benefits

SELECT LEVEL 1

Level 2

$399

PER MONTH

Full MLA Core Membership Benefits

1 private coaching session quarterly

 

Best for leaders who want personalized guidance.

SELECT LEVEL 2

Level 3

$799

PER MONTH

Full MLA Core Membership Benefits

1 private coaching session monthly

 

Ideal for high-growth leaders scaling teams and culture

SELECT LEVEL 3

If you hired a private coach or sent your team to multiple conferences, you’d easily pay $10,000+ for less personalized support. Plus, think about the cost of lost productivity, weak culture, or leadership turnover - which can run tens of thousands per year.

Trying to do it all on your own often leads to months—or years—of trial and error, wasted time, and missed opportunities. Most leaders read a book or attend a seminar and then slip back into old habits within weeks. Without a proven system and supportive community, it’s easy to get stuck in a cycle of frustration and stagnation. MLA helps you shortcut this learning curve, avoid costly mistakes, and build habits that last. Don’t risk another year of overwhelm and missed potential.

 Investing in MLA is less than $7 a day - less than your daily coffee or a lunch out. Compare this to the cost of hiring a full-time leadership coach, a single workshop, or the price you pay for lost time and team disengagement. Developing your leadership is one of the highest ROI decisions you’ll ever make - for yourself, your team, and your organization.

Leadership Starts with People

People-focused leadership is the heartbeat of Midwest Leadership Academy. We don’t just teach strategy - we teach understanding. Leaders learn to communicate more effectively, build trust, solve real problems, and transform how they think about themselves and their teams.

How to Enroll:

  1. Choose your preferred Level 
  2. How many leaders would you like to enroll?
  3. Choose your payment structure - pay monthly or save with an annual plan
  4. Enroll risk-free - if you’re not finding value in the first 30 days, contact us for a full refund.
  5. Enrollment is open now, and spots are limited for each cohort.
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We created Midwest Leadership Academy because we believe great leadership should be accessible, practical, and habit-forming—not just inspirational. Too many leaders are left to figure it out alone, feeling frustrated and unsupported. Our mission is to cultivate a community where growth is consistent, support is real, and transformation is sustainable. If you’re ready to build your impact and become the leader others remember, we invite you to join us.

Meet Your Leadership Guides

John & Kathie Rotz will guide you through your leadership journey. They will facilitate thought-provoking conversations during the Midwest Leadership Academy. We created MLA from our own journey of leading, focusing first on people. 

At MLA, we’ll walk alongside you as you cultivate your people-focused leadership habits. Oskee and Simba may have cameo appearances throughout our journey together!

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Frequently Asked Questions

I'm sure you will have many more questions than what is listed below. Please schedule your Discovery Call to learn more! 866-72-THINK

Leaders at all stages: emerging, evolving, and executive.

MLA is a year-long habit-building community, not a one-time event. We focus on practical, people-centered growth that actually sticks, increases results, and influence.

Most programs offer inspiration for a moment. MLA creates transformation through consistency.

 

Yes - all sessions and resources are delivered online for your convenience.

The core commitment is:

  • One Monthly Leadership Training (60–75 minutes)

  • One Group Coaching session (60–75 minutes)

  • Coaching sessions depending on your track

  • Additional videos, optional (15+ minutes each

Most leaders spend 3-4 hours per month inside MLA, with additional optional exercises and resources available.

Every training session is recorded and uploaded to a private website. Group session will not be recorded.

You’ll have access to the recordings, tools, and resources so you can catch up anytime. Many leaders choose a “learning hour” each month to stay consistent.

Yes. MLA serves leaders in banking, real estate, accounting, manufacturing, healthcare, education, nonprofits, and more.

The content is industry-neutral but role-specific — meaning the skills directly apply to any team, any organization, any leader.

Most companies do. Leadership development improves retention, engagement, and performance.

If you need to request employer reimbursement, we can provide:

  • A justification letter

  • A program overview

  • Pricing breakdown

  • A suggested email template for your manager
    (just ask!)

Yes - corporate group pricing is available.

We also offer affiliate partnerships for colleges and organizations that refer participants.

Leaders report:

  • Greater confidence

  • Better communication

  • Stronger team relationships

  • More effective decision-making

  • Improved emotional intelligence

  • More consistent leadership habits

  • Reduced stress and clearer thinking thanks to weekly wellness sessions

And — most importantly — longer-lasting leadership impact.

Yes. If MLA isn’t aligning with your needs, you may cancel within the first 30 days of the program.

Click the Join the Academy button or book a 15-minute info call.

We’ll walk through the track options, answer your questions, and help you prepare for your team's leadership journey.

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