Mike Newman
One of the keys to successful leadership is communication. All too often, we assume we have communicated to only find out we have missed the mark. Through understanding the personality and communication styles of you team members you can connect with them to be a more effective leader.
Mike brings a wealth of experience in business and education with over 25 years in senior leadership roles, serving in large school districts in the South Puget Sound area of Washington state. Mike is the Founder and CEO of a leadership development and executive coaching consulting firm, Innovations In Leadership. Most recently, Mike provided leadership in the business and operation areas of the district, which included eight different business units and over a $350 million budget.
Looking for his next areas of impact, Mike left public education to pursue his vision of developing the next generation of leaders. With his background, expertise, and experience, he will provide you with far more than theory and concepts. You will receive practical information and perspectives that inspire people and teams to change, grow and achieve more than anyone thought possible. He will assist you in making a difference in your organization and community. Mike is a certified coach, speaker, and trainer with the world’s #1 leadership expert, John Maxwell, and a certified DISC consultant through Personality Insights and People Keys. It is the leadership principles that he teaches and coaches that are the foundation for personal and organizational success.
With a focus on helping individuals and organizations grow in their leadership capacity and meet the needs of their staff, customers, and clients, along with impacting the greater community; Mike develops customized training programs and provides executive coaching for companies, school districts, and non-profit organizations. He assists organizations in creating a common language, common values, and a culture of innovation through a strong, caring leadership team. He is a sought-after speaker and trainer in the areas of communication and teambuilding. “Improving Your ARC” inspires individuals and teams to understand how their attitudes, relationships, and connections impact the workplace. “DISCovering How to Lead and Work Effectively Together” brings insights into each person’s unique contributions they make and how to more effectively communicate throughout the team. With his strengths-based approach to team building, Mike knows the difference leaders can make when they understand themselves and others - what inspires them, how they think, what they feel, and how they are likely to act or react in a given situation. When leaders understand themselves and understand others, the entire team can work more effectively together.
Coaching Expertise
Executive coaching, leadership development, improving self‐awareness, discovering strengths, building teams for success, and improving organizational culture.
Education
MA, Educational Leadership - Oregon State University; Principals Certification – Central Washington University; Superintendent Certification – Seattle University
Mike brings a wealth of experience in business and education with over 25 years in senior leadership roles, serving in large school districts in the South Puget Sound area of Washington state. Mike is the Founder and CEO of a leadership development and executive coaching consulting firm, Innovations In Leadership. Most recently, Mike provided leadership in the business and operation areas of the district, which included eight different business units and over a $350 million budget.
Looking for his next areas of impact, Mike left public education to pursue his vision of developing the next generation of leaders. With his background, expertise, and experience, he will provide you with far more than theory and concepts. You will receive practical information and perspectives that inspire people and teams to change, grow and achieve more than anyone thought possible. He will assist you in making a difference in your organization and community. Mike is a certified coach, speaker, and trainer with the world’s #1 leadership expert, John Maxwell, and a certified DISC consultant through Personality Insights and People Keys. It is the leadership principles that he teaches and coaches that are the foundation for personal and organizational success.
With a focus on helping individuals and organizations grow in their leadership capacity and meet the needs of their staff, customers, and clients, along with impacting the greater community; Mike develops customized training programs and provides executive coaching for companies, school districts, and non-profit organizations. He assists organizations in creating a common language, common values, and a culture of innovation through a strong, caring leadership team. He is a sought-after speaker and trainer in the areas of communication and teambuilding. “Improving Your ARC” inspires individuals and teams to understand how their attitudes, relationships, and connections impact the workplace. “DISCovering How to Lead and Work Effectively Together” brings insights into each person’s unique contributions they make and how to more effectively communicate throughout the team. With his strengths-based approach to team building, Mike knows the difference leaders can make when they understand themselves and others - what inspires them, how they think, what they feel, and how they are likely to act or react in a given situation. When leaders understand themselves and understand others, the entire team can work more effectively together.
Coaching Expertise
Executive coaching, leadership development, improving self‐awareness, discovering strengths, building teams for success, and improving organizational culture.
Education
MA, Educational Leadership - Oregon State University; Principals Certification – Central Washington University; Superintendent Certification – Seattle University
