Leadership Development for the Modern Workplace

Develop leaders who drive change, inspire teams, and create lasting impact. Flexible, results-driven programs designed for today’s fast-paced business world.

Why The Impact Institute?

Leadership development isn’t a one-time event. It’s an ongoing journey—a commitment to growth, learning, and practice. At The Impact Institute, part of Sage & Summit Consulting, we understand the demands of today’s fast-paced business environment and the need for leaders who are equipped to tackle challenges now and in the future.

We believe leadership development should be:

Accessible

Flexible delivery formats—online, in-person, or hybrid.

Practical

Programs designed to deliver measurable results.

Transformative

Empowering leaders to drive change and inspire teams.

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OUR PROGRAMS 

COACH APPROACH TO LEADERSHIP

Transform leadership with meaningful conversations that drive empowerment, ownership, and accountability—unlock your team's full potential and achieve lasting results.

THE PASSPORT (Corporate Training Bundles)

The Impact Passport is your gateway to consistent, scalable, and results-driven leadership growth. Designed for organizations that want ongoing leadership development without the heavy upfront costs or logistical barriers, the Impact Passport provides flexible access to training programs for leaders at every level.

LEADERSHIP UNPLUGGED

Are you ready to move beyond theory and master the practical skills that truly define great leaders?

We cut through the noise and focus on the core, recurring challenges that consistently surface in coaching engagements and team training programs. This targeted workshop series is designed to equip you with the essential tools and strategies to confidently navigate the "sticky issues" that often derail even the most well-intentioned leaders.

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LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE

This dynamic workshop is designed for emerging leaders like you who are eager to develop the essential skills to engage, motivate, and guide your teams to achieve outstanding results.

Discover

practical strategies to build strong relationships, foster collaboration, and create a positive and productive work environment. Through interactive sessions and relevant case studies, you'll gain the confidence and tools to lead with purpose, build trust, and inspire those around you.

2-day workshop

Workshop offered on demand

EXECUTIVE PRESENCE

To empower senior leaders to enhance their executive presence, enabling them to lead with greater impact, influence, and connection, ultimately fostering a more positive and productive organizational environment.

This full-day program is designed to be highly interactive, incorporating a blend of facilitated discussions, self-reflection exercises, group activities, and practical application.

1-day workshop

Workshop offered on demand

FIVE BEHAVIOURS OF A HIGH PERFORMING TEAM

Is your team striving for excellence but struggling with communication breakdowns or an inability to effectively address disagreements? Based on Patrick Lencioni's renowned Five Behaviors of a Team model, this intensive two-day workshop provides a practical and engaging roadmap to transform your team into a high-performing unit.

2-day workshop

Workshop offered on demand

STRATEGIC IMPACT FOR EMERGING LEADERS

The IMPACT Leadership Journey is an intensive program designed over 18 months to elevate senior emerging leaders and executive collectives. Grounded in our IMPACT framework, it systematically builds capabilities in Identity, Mindful Presence, Powerful Influence, Amplify Capacity, Create Sustainability, and Transformative Results. Through focused monthly workshops and tailored coaching (individual for leaders, collective for teams), participants gain practical skills to lead authentically, build strong teams, drive innovation, and achieve lasting organizational success in today's dynamic environment. This journey cultivates impactful leaders who inspire and deliver.

Program offered on demand

THE BOTTLENECK BOSS

Lead People, Not Tasks, in the Age of AI Is your leadership style inadvertently creating bottlenecks and hindering your team's potential in today's VUCAH world? As AI transforms the workplace, the need for human-centered leadership is more critical than ever. This intensive program, "Breaking the Bottleneck Boss," will equip you with 12 essential habits to ditch, allowing you to empower your teams, foster autonomy, and cultivate a thriving, people-first culture in the age of AI. Learn to lead people, not just tasks, and unlock the collective intelligence and innovation of your organization.

Workshop offered on demand

THE EXECUTIVE EDGE: LEADING WITH EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

In today's dynamic and complex business environment, exceptional leadership extends beyond technical expertise. This intensive two-day workshop, "Leading with Emotional Intelligence," is specifically designed for senior executives seeking to cultivate the crucial emotional and social intelligence skills that drive organizational success.

Workshop offered on demand

WHY INVEST IN LEADERSHIP TRAINING?

Leadership today demands more than managing tasks—it’s about inspiring people, aligning vision with action, and delivering consistent results.
Our leadership training programs are designed for high-achieving professionals who want to:

Grow Beyond Day-to-Day Operations

Move from reactive management to strategic leadership that empowers teams to thrive.

Develop an Authentic Leadership Style

Build trust, foster engagement, and lead with empathy while staying true to your strengths.

Achieve Measurable, Lasting Results

Gain practical, proven tools that drive immediate improvement and long-term success.

OUR APPROACH TO LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

We know that every leader’s journey is unique. That’s why our programs are designed to blend proven frameworks with your real-world challenges—helping you achieve results that matter.

Our programs focus on three key areas of leadership transformation:

Strategic Thinking and Problem-Solving

Learn how to make clear, confident decisions and solve challenges with vision, purpose, and focus.

Leading High-Performing Teams

Build skills to align, motivate, and grow teams that perform at their best—consistently.

Enhancing Executive Presence

Develop confidence, communication, and impact to inspire trust and drive outcomes at every level.

WHAT SETS SAGE & SUMMIT APART?

Actionable Tools for Immediate Impact

We provide practical tools you can use right away, not abstract theories.

A Focus on Authentic Leadership

Lead in a way that reflects your strengths and builds lasting relationships.

Expert Coaches, Lasting Results

Our facilitators bring deep expertise and a proven track record of helping leaders grow and succeed. Our programs are designed by a faculty with advanced degrees in leadership and management and extensive experience in adult education.

“Sage & Summit’s leadership training gave me the tools to move from managing to leading—enabling me to think strategically, inspire my team, and achieve stronger results.”

Senior Leader, Financial Services