Learn&Lead

Education is anything but stagnant, and the best leaders embrace and lead change instead of merely trying to manage it. That said, your time is valuable and limited. Learn&Lead can help by providing the necessary tools, supports, and planning needed to make sure your efforts are well-planned, executed, and evaluated. From determining the next click of improvement to full-scale overhaul, our 90 years of experience can guide you and your team with responsive, well-thought-out consulting. And if we don’t have the expertise that meets your needs, we can likely point you in the right direction.

About Us

Learn&Lead is a consulting firm based in Grand Rapids and Traverse City, Michigan, dedicated to empowering educators and companies through specialized guidance and training in the realms of leadership and communication. Their expertise lies in equipping individuals with effective strategies to enhance their leadership skills and foster clear and impactful communication within educational and corporate settings.

  • Benzie Central School System

    “Principals are the leverage point, and as such, we need to support their learning and growth," a statement often reiterated by Rick Vandermolen. His keen insights about leadership and developing leaders has inspired our school to create a structure for weekly learning-focused partnerships. Benzie Schools have partnered with Rick and his colleagues for coaching support as well as for Process Communication training. His team is dedicated to growing leaders at every level of our system.

    Amiee Erfourth - Benzie Central Schools Superintendent

  • Northwest Education Services

    “The consultants at Learn&Lead/GVSU have significantly impacted the effectiveness of school leaders in Northern Michigan. From intense one on one coaching to complete school leadership workshops, the interactive and knowledgeable approach from the Learn&Lead team leads to impactive professional learning”

    Nick Ceglerek

  • West Shore ESD

    “We have worked with (Greg and his colleagues at) Learn and Lead in a number of capacities and they are all top-notch consultants, educators and people.”

    Dr. Jason Jeffrey - Westshore ESD Superintendent

  • Traverse Connect

    “I had the opportunity to participate in the 2022/2023 Traverse Connect Leadership Grand Traverse Program facilitated by Cathy and Rick. First and foremost, their ability to create a safe and inclusive learning environment was remarkable. They fostered an atmosphere of trust and openness, allowing participants to freely express their thoughts and concerns. This created a platform for genuine discussions and the exchange of diverse perspectives. They have a natural talent for inspiring others to embrace their own leadership potential. I wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone seeking to unlock their leadership potential.”

    Brenda McLellan - Director of Investor Engagment

  • Lone Wolf School System

    “I was looking for a mentor I could count on in my first assignment as superintendent, and Dr. Warsen fit the bill very well. His proactive advice and highly responsive communication were critical to my success and instrumental in attaining an exemplary rating from my board. Because his knowledge base and experience spans instruction, HR, community relations and board governance, he could support me through a broad range of issues. I would work with him again if the opportunity arises.”

    Nicole Price - Superintendent, Lone Wolf Schools, Oklahoma