My Manufacturing Leadership Journey
My journey in manufacturing leadership development began 30 years ago, learning from my father-in-law—a leader who rose from pushing a broom to becoming company president. His legacy wasn’t just about climbing the corporate ladder; it was about being on the shop floor, listening to his team’s stories, understanding their families, and knowing their lives. His staff weren’t resources to be used—they were people to be served.
These lessons didn’t just come from him. They came from chance encounters around town with people who had worked for him, each sharing stories of how his leadership had impacted their lives. Those early experiences laid the foundation for my mission today: investing in manufacturing leaders who understand that true success comes from serving their teams.
Elevating Manufacturing Leaders, Teams, and Culture
At Circle of 5, we understand that manufacturing excellence starts with exceptional leadership. Our proven approach transforms individual leaders, unifies teams, and shapes lasting cultural change that drives organizational success.
The True ROI of Leadership Development
Consider this: You’ll invest millions in state-of-the-art machinery and thousands in operator training to ensure peak performance. Yet your leadership team—managing million-dollar payrolls and complex human dynamics—often receives far less investment in their development. The reality? Your ROI on leadership development can far exceed the returns on any single piece of equipment. Great machines need skilled operators; great organizations need exceptional leaders.
Your Path to Manufacturing Leadership Excellence
We meet you where you are and guide you to where you need to be. Through our comprehensive suite of services, we help you:
- Executive Coaching That Goes Beyond the Surface Our unique three-step process—Care, Accountability, and Clarity—ensures lasting transformation. We start with you as a person, not just a position, understanding your mindset, supporting your growth, and helping you commit to meaningful action. Learn more
- Team Dynamics Transformed Through Science Using the powerful AcuMax Index assessment, we uncover your team’s natural wiring, enabling you to leverage individual strengths and build cohesive, high-performing teams that drive manufacturing excellence. Capacity is limited. Schedule ahead. Email Ryan for More Info
- Cultural Evolution That Sticks We help you navigate the complex landscape of organizational culture by mapping your assets, written rules, and unwritten rules—creating alignment that powers performance. One of the tools we use is our FREE Manufacturing Peer Advisory Group. Paid groups available as space is available.
The Next Level Leader Program
Ready to accelerate your leadership journey? Our signature 12-month Next Level Leader program is designed for manufacturing leaders committed to profound personal and organizational growth. This comprehensive program equips you with the tools, insights, and strategies needed to lead with confidence and impact. Learn more
Why Manufacturing Leaders Choose Us
Our superpower lies in quickly grasping complex contexts and bringing crystal clarity to your team’s challenges. Through powerful illustrations and visual frameworks, we help you see—and solve—the real issues holding your organization back.
Our Commitment to Your Success
We’re dedicated to helping you prioritize what truly matters:
- Your personal growth as a leader
- Your team’s cohesion and effectiveness
- Your organization’s sustainable success
Ready to transform your manufacturing leadership journey? Contact us to begin your path to lasting impact.