Our team has worked with hundreds of organizations and thousands of people at all levels of success and experience!
"As the CEO of 400+ employees, I have found HEART of a Leader training to be the most comprehensive and useful training resource I have ever encountered. Because it is such a powerful journey with positive and long-lasting results, I have committed to offering this training to all my employees. It's that good. We will do whatever it takes to ensure it happens here."
-Cris Valdez, Ed.D, President of Central Wyoming College
"I have had the fortunate opportunity in my life to have had many varied experiences. From my time as a Special Forces soldier traveling and training all around the world, to my various business ventures as an entrepreneur. I can say unequivocally that "HEART of a Leader" is the single best leadership training I have ever experienced. Hands down, there is nothing else even close! If you want to grow your business, your team, or yourself, THERE IS NOTHING BETTER!"
- Clayt W. Hulin, Owner, Hulin Health
"What we got out of these two days is unbelievable and almost immeasurable. This is not taught anywhere. My people already have the technical skills – the best in the upper Midwest. What we didn’t have was heart, passion, courage, commitment and respect. We didn’t really know each other…each other’s fears and hopes, dreams, families and loves. This course isn’t about teaching, it is about transformation! You will become a better person personally and professionally."-Bill Morrissey, Founder and CEO of Morrissey Hospitality Companies, St. Paul, MN
"I have no hesitancy whatsoever in recommending Ryan Penneau for your next leadership retreat, event or workshop. As an individual that has worked with hundreds of leadership trainers, I am beyond impressed with the passion and the commitment that Ryan brings to the table when he conducts leadership trainings. He is very professional and also happens to be a dynamic, energizing, and dedicated facilitator who truly understands leadership development."
- Brent Glass, System Director and Operations Manager, Minnesota State College and University System
"RYAN BRINGS IT ALL! Your knowledge, communication skills, sense of timing and tactfulness, vision and inspiration demonstrate the best I have ever observed in my 40 plus years of attending leadership presentations, seminars and conferences. Having been a seminar facilitator and trainer for the past four decades, I see how you bring the energy, values, ideas and content in a motivational and instructional delivery style. And you make it easy for the audience to engage in deep learning by anchoring emotion with content in an enduring way. Thank you!"
-Dr. Larry Lindsay - Chief of Staff, Indiana Wesleyan and Former VP of Zig Ziglar's See You at the Top
"Ryan makes an experience memorable! His infectious energy, enthusiasm and passionate intensity helped me to increase my level of commitment to the program, and achieve personal breakthroughs that remain with me to this day (3 years later). What was most impressive was Ryan's personal integrity and candor. One of the best I've seen and I've seen them all!"
-Dan Strutzel - VP of Sales, Nightingale and Conant, The world leader in success and development
"ALL OF US LOVED YOUR PRESENTATION! You received 'Excellent' marks from 100% of the attendees of the conference! You are a must have to come back! You are coming back! Thank you for making our conference everything that it could be. You set the tone and made it happen! Thank you!"
- Joie Lee - Kirby Leadership Institute, Assistant Director of Leadership Development
"Ryan brings creativity, energy and a WOW-factor that few presenters can match! He connects very well with everyone, and continues to be accessible as a supportive person via social media and email after he is on campus (which you just don't see much of). His commitment to people and learning is above and beyond. I have had the opportunity to work with Ryan Penneau in a variety of settings over the past year, and I highly recommend Ryan (and will continue to bring him to our organization for future leadership workshops and presentations). High Five Ryan!"
-Jason Neuhaus, Inver Hills Community College, Associate Director of Student Life
"What impressed me the most is his deep commitment to making every moment really matter! He isn't just spending time with his audience, he is making a deep, personal connection with them. Not many speakers are willing to stay around for hours after their presentation is over; but Ryan continuously demonstrates an audience-first approach. People really relate to his high energy level and his friendly but intense style of presentation. Mostly, I am most impressed with how deeply he shows his care for students and attention to their needs."
-John Landrum, Student Life Coordinator, University of Wisconsin at Green Bay
"An introspective experience that was better than anything. Ryan quickly addressed issues and we took on the solutions. He was highly engaging and thought provoking. From this I will be able to better lead my organization through looking at the challenges with a new set of eyes."
-Stephanie B.
"Wise beyond his years! I wish I could have met him when I was the age of the students that he's most passionate about serving. I expect great things in your world, Ryan and in the lives of those you serve." -Debbie Tucker
"Ryan! Thank you! I can still sense the exhilaration, energy, passion, motivation and ABOVE AND BEYOND commitment you made to our event." - Dr. Cheryl Chatman
"What unbelievable execution. His patience was great in how he slowly built us up to fully interact and participate. Thank you, Ryan, for letting my realize on my own that there are some things I have to prove to myself in order for others to believe in me. Great job! Great energy! And thank you for helping us bridge what you taught to the real world!" -Alyssa Zellner
"The enthusiasm you brought was amazing! I appreciate all of the personal stories and experience you brought to the table! It helped me to deeply connect with what you were saying." -Jessica Olive
"Ryan is an amazing leader whose enthusiasm transformed me to realize what the possibilities are and who I deserve to be!" -Jessica Rolfsmeyer
Ryan lead an executive team that could have a tendency to be close‐minded; but he had us all 100% invested...this is NO EXAGGERATION...we were all into it! He displays passion and energy for those that he is serving, and we've implemented his content well after! Great stuff and I highly recommend him!" -Heidi Lundgren, Famous Daves of America
"Ryan, there is so much I could say and not enough time or lines on a piece of paper. Expect a long long email!" -Rob Dalton
"Unrivaled enthusiasm which gets everyone really really into it. Everyone was participating which seemed really...different at first...but when it all came together; I totally see what I need to do in my life moving forward." -A. House.
"I've never seen your technique in a presentation before! It's amazing." -Rick Simpson
"Ryan responded to the audience well. He understood and respected the needs of the group and was able to serve us beyond expectations." -Jess Helm
"Because of your example, know that there are things being accomplished and stuff is getting done on our campus. Thank you!" -Jess Hop
"Your dedication to students is inspirational, and helped me really engage in all that you said. You have such a transparent dedication, that I can't help but want to do better because I feel like I owe it to myself." - Kelly Pfiefer
"I could completely relate to his insight, ideas and experience. Tied with enthusiasm and the passion, I'm all in!" - Kim Hinshaw
"Ryan is so charged with life and it really exudes through the things he does. He took charge of his opportunity and really pushed us to go beyond thinking of ourselves as just students."
- Laura Wierenga
"Ryan is a powerful speaker with a wealth of knowledge, easy to connect with, inspiring and encouraging! Awesome!" - K. Westmen
"I have no clue how you can pour that much into a presentation. No idea! It truly demonstrates just how much you are dedicated to students! Thank you." -Emily Dimet
"I will do everything within my power to ensure you're back next year." -Ryan Koch
"I liked everything you did. I learned from it all; but the thing I have to mention is that your heart is certainly, definitely in it; and that's what makes it great." -M. Walker
"Ryan, you truly have a gift and I am so glad I had the opportunity to meet and connect with you and your presentation! The world needs more people like you. And the way you bring emotions out of people is unbelievable! Thank you for doing what you do!" - Karli Scheving
"Truly incredible that you could bring such energy consistently! Your stories and way of connecting with an audience is unrivaled; I owe you. I don't know how, what or why; but this was unbelievable! The content was unbelievable related to my personal goals and I needed to know that I had it in me to be a phenomenal leader. You brought it all!" - Brian Christner
"Great persistence! I mean to keep your energy level so consistent throughout the presentation was great! You delivered a level of passion and commitment to us that truly demonstrated a will to journey with us, by speaking WITH US, not AT US; which has moved me to really move forward in my life." - Anonymous
"Your desire to teach and mentor a group of people is completely transparent and demonstrated through your passion and energy! Amazing! I really appreciate how you poured your heart into us. Your connection with an audience is mind‐blowing." - Max Tomas‐Olson
"The energy Ryan brought was incredible and rubbed off on everyone else. People were able to open up because they saw everyone else take the chance to participate and interact in the safe environment Ryan created. Great inspiration to everyone! Thank you." - Nik Broschofsky
"We were moving and active the entire time. Everyone was on the edge of their seats and the information will tremendously help me succeed in college." - Katie Solo
"Great ideas on how to focus towards my goals and real practical strategies to accomplish them! I highly recommend Ryan. His energy and passion got everyone participating." - Lyle Guerare
-Cris Valdez, Ed.D, President of Central Wyoming College
"I have had the fortunate opportunity in my life to have had many varied experiences. From my time as a Special Forces soldier traveling and training all around the world, to my various business ventures as an entrepreneur. I can say unequivocally that "HEART of a Leader" is the single best leadership training I have ever experienced. Hands down, there is nothing else even close! If you want to grow your business, your team, or yourself, THERE IS NOTHING BETTER!"
- Clayt W. Hulin, Owner, Hulin Health
"What we got out of these two days is unbelievable and almost immeasurable. This is not taught anywhere. My people already have the technical skills – the best in the upper Midwest. What we didn’t have was heart, passion, courage, commitment and respect. We didn’t really know each other…each other’s fears and hopes, dreams, families and loves. This course isn’t about teaching, it is about transformation! You will become a better person personally and professionally."-Bill Morrissey, Founder and CEO of Morrissey Hospitality Companies, St. Paul, MN
"I have no hesitancy whatsoever in recommending Ryan Penneau for your next leadership retreat, event or workshop. As an individual that has worked with hundreds of leadership trainers, I am beyond impressed with the passion and the commitment that Ryan brings to the table when he conducts leadership trainings. He is very professional and also happens to be a dynamic, energizing, and dedicated facilitator who truly understands leadership development."
- Brent Glass, System Director and Operations Manager, Minnesota State College and University System
"RYAN BRINGS IT ALL! Your knowledge, communication skills, sense of timing and tactfulness, vision and inspiration demonstrate the best I have ever observed in my 40 plus years of attending leadership presentations, seminars and conferences. Having been a seminar facilitator and trainer for the past four decades, I see how you bring the energy, values, ideas and content in a motivational and instructional delivery style. And you make it easy for the audience to engage in deep learning by anchoring emotion with content in an enduring way. Thank you!"
-Dr. Larry Lindsay - Chief of Staff, Indiana Wesleyan and Former VP of Zig Ziglar's See You at the Top
"Ryan makes an experience memorable! His infectious energy, enthusiasm and passionate intensity helped me to increase my level of commitment to the program, and achieve personal breakthroughs that remain with me to this day (3 years later). What was most impressive was Ryan's personal integrity and candor. One of the best I've seen and I've seen them all!"
-Dan Strutzel - VP of Sales, Nightingale and Conant, The world leader in success and development
"ALL OF US LOVED YOUR PRESENTATION! You received 'Excellent' marks from 100% of the attendees of the conference! You are a must have to come back! You are coming back! Thank you for making our conference everything that it could be. You set the tone and made it happen! Thank you!"
- Joie Lee - Kirby Leadership Institute, Assistant Director of Leadership Development
"Ryan brings creativity, energy and a WOW-factor that few presenters can match! He connects very well with everyone, and continues to be accessible as a supportive person via social media and email after he is on campus (which you just don't see much of). His commitment to people and learning is above and beyond. I have had the opportunity to work with Ryan Penneau in a variety of settings over the past year, and I highly recommend Ryan (and will continue to bring him to our organization for future leadership workshops and presentations). High Five Ryan!"
-Jason Neuhaus, Inver Hills Community College, Associate Director of Student Life
"What impressed me the most is his deep commitment to making every moment really matter! He isn't just spending time with his audience, he is making a deep, personal connection with them. Not many speakers are willing to stay around for hours after their presentation is over; but Ryan continuously demonstrates an audience-first approach. People really relate to his high energy level and his friendly but intense style of presentation. Mostly, I am most impressed with how deeply he shows his care for students and attention to their needs."
-John Landrum, Student Life Coordinator, University of Wisconsin at Green Bay
"An introspective experience that was better than anything. Ryan quickly addressed issues and we took on the solutions. He was highly engaging and thought provoking. From this I will be able to better lead my organization through looking at the challenges with a new set of eyes."
-Stephanie B.
"Wise beyond his years! I wish I could have met him when I was the age of the students that he's most passionate about serving. I expect great things in your world, Ryan and in the lives of those you serve." -Debbie Tucker
"Ryan! Thank you! I can still sense the exhilaration, energy, passion, motivation and ABOVE AND BEYOND commitment you made to our event." - Dr. Cheryl Chatman
"What unbelievable execution. His patience was great in how he slowly built us up to fully interact and participate. Thank you, Ryan, for letting my realize on my own that there are some things I have to prove to myself in order for others to believe in me. Great job! Great energy! And thank you for helping us bridge what you taught to the real world!" -Alyssa Zellner
"The enthusiasm you brought was amazing! I appreciate all of the personal stories and experience you brought to the table! It helped me to deeply connect with what you were saying." -Jessica Olive
"Ryan is an amazing leader whose enthusiasm transformed me to realize what the possibilities are and who I deserve to be!" -Jessica Rolfsmeyer
Ryan lead an executive team that could have a tendency to be close‐minded; but he had us all 100% invested...this is NO EXAGGERATION...we were all into it! He displays passion and energy for those that he is serving, and we've implemented his content well after! Great stuff and I highly recommend him!" -Heidi Lundgren, Famous Daves of America
"Ryan, there is so much I could say and not enough time or lines on a piece of paper. Expect a long long email!" -Rob Dalton
"Unrivaled enthusiasm which gets everyone really really into it. Everyone was participating which seemed really...different at first...but when it all came together; I totally see what I need to do in my life moving forward." -A. House.
"I've never seen your technique in a presentation before! It's amazing." -Rick Simpson
"Ryan responded to the audience well. He understood and respected the needs of the group and was able to serve us beyond expectations." -Jess Helm
"Because of your example, know that there are things being accomplished and stuff is getting done on our campus. Thank you!" -Jess Hop
"Your dedication to students is inspirational, and helped me really engage in all that you said. You have such a transparent dedication, that I can't help but want to do better because I feel like I owe it to myself." - Kelly Pfiefer
"I could completely relate to his insight, ideas and experience. Tied with enthusiasm and the passion, I'm all in!" - Kim Hinshaw
"Ryan is so charged with life and it really exudes through the things he does. He took charge of his opportunity and really pushed us to go beyond thinking of ourselves as just students."
- Laura Wierenga
"Ryan is a powerful speaker with a wealth of knowledge, easy to connect with, inspiring and encouraging! Awesome!" - K. Westmen
"I have no clue how you can pour that much into a presentation. No idea! It truly demonstrates just how much you are dedicated to students! Thank you." -Emily Dimet
"I will do everything within my power to ensure you're back next year." -Ryan Koch
"I liked everything you did. I learned from it all; but the thing I have to mention is that your heart is certainly, definitely in it; and that's what makes it great." -M. Walker
"Ryan, you truly have a gift and I am so glad I had the opportunity to meet and connect with you and your presentation! The world needs more people like you. And the way you bring emotions out of people is unbelievable! Thank you for doing what you do!" - Karli Scheving
"Truly incredible that you could bring such energy consistently! Your stories and way of connecting with an audience is unrivaled; I owe you. I don't know how, what or why; but this was unbelievable! The content was unbelievable related to my personal goals and I needed to know that I had it in me to be a phenomenal leader. You brought it all!" - Brian Christner
"Great persistence! I mean to keep your energy level so consistent throughout the presentation was great! You delivered a level of passion and commitment to us that truly demonstrated a will to journey with us, by speaking WITH US, not AT US; which has moved me to really move forward in my life." - Anonymous
"Your desire to teach and mentor a group of people is completely transparent and demonstrated through your passion and energy! Amazing! I really appreciate how you poured your heart into us. Your connection with an audience is mind‐blowing." - Max Tomas‐Olson
"The energy Ryan brought was incredible and rubbed off on everyone else. People were able to open up because they saw everyone else take the chance to participate and interact in the safe environment Ryan created. Great inspiration to everyone! Thank you." - Nik Broschofsky
"We were moving and active the entire time. Everyone was on the edge of their seats and the information will tremendously help me succeed in college." - Katie Solo
"Great ideas on how to focus towards my goals and real practical strategies to accomplish them! I highly recommend Ryan. His energy and passion got everyone participating." - Lyle Guerare
