Leaning into Uncertainty with Confidence

Let’s make this a defining moment for your organization

In times of uncertainty, clarity and capability matter more than ever. That’s why we’ve created this space—to equip you with the insights, tools, and support you need to lead your team and organization with confidence.

At the heart of this site is our CEO & Board Briefing—new thought leadership research designed to help senior leaders stay ahead of the curve. You’ll also find timely solutions tailored to today’s dynamic environment—because we know that many leaders and organizations are navigating significant stress and complexity right now.

We believe this moment, while challenging, is a pivotal time for transformation. For nearly 45 years, MDA has helped organizations strengthen their leadership capabilities. We’re uniquely positioned to help individuals and teams reach their full leadership potential. Whether it’s leaning into your strengths, uncovering blind spots, or optimizing performance, we’re here to help you not just survive—but thrive.

Let’s make this a defining moment for your leadership and your organization’s future. In the spirit of being a good partner, we’d love to hear how you and your business are doing—and share ways we’re helping clients navigate the current business environment that may be valuable for you too. Let’s connect.

[New Research]

This CEO & Board Briefing offers a valuable blueprint for empowering leadership at the highest levels and ensuring enduring success in the face of evolving business demands.

[CEO & Board Briefing] A guide to business growth and sustainability through better leadership

In today’s dynamic business environment, the strategic work of top executives has never been more complex. To gain insight into the chief executive’s office and boardroom, MDA Leadership conducted a research study surveying CEOs and Board members about their top business and talent priorities, the obstacles affecting their performance outlook, and the solutions they see as vital for future success. By seeking the perspectives of these influential leaders, this study aims to provide a greater understanding of the factors shaping organizational outcomes from the highest vantage point.

The insights uncovered in this research are designed to empower CEOs and Boards with the knowledge needed to tackle their most pressing challenges and seize opportunities for success. From understanding talent solutions that drive organizational achievement to addressing barriers to leadership effectiveness, these findings offer a roadmap to operating at peak performance, fostering a culture of excellence, and achieving long-term business growth. We hope you find it valuable.

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Talent Advisors]

“Organizations worldwide are experiencing transformative shifts in their business and culture, requiring incredibly agile leadership. This evolution reflects a heightened demand for expert guidance at the executive level. As one the nation’s most trusted strategic talent advisors, MDA Leadership is committed to providing organizations with exceptional insights relative to dynamic success profiles, selection, development, and succession during times of transformation.”
—CEO Scott Nelson, MDA Leadership

[Resources] Proven solutions to help you navigate the evolving business landscape

In today’s environment of ongoing disruption and uncertainty, organizations are seeking effective ways to support their leaders and teams. The key to identifying the right talent strategies is understanding your unique challenges and ultimate goals. Here are proven solutions our clients are leveraging to navigate the evolving business landscape—approaches that may offer valuable insights and support to you as well.

Talent Strategy. Organizations worldwide are experiencing transformative shifts in their business and culture, requiring talent strategy shifts and new leadership profiles as priorities change. We can analyze your profiles to determine if an update is in order.
Succession Management. In Board and CEO conversations, we continue to hear about the importance of leadership continuity efforts. We can leverage our Dynamic Succession Management Framework to help you craft a strategy that is relevant and scaled to your needs.
Assessments for leaders and teams that provide you and your organization with crucial insights into their readiness to perform—along with specific, actionable recommendations on how to close critical gaps and optimize performance now and in the future.
Executive coaching and team development sessions on navigating challenges, managing change, and leading through disruption. Are your leaders struggling with the high-pressure challenges of today’s fast-paced world? Our coaching is designed to provide the strategies they need to succeed.
Expert-led leadership development focused on complex, human-centered skills like managing change, leading with authenticity, building trust, and strengthening resilience and well-being. Join us (and invite your leaders too) for MDA’s Mastering Change Experience on September 17th in Minneapolis. Or invite our expert faculty to deliver a session on Making Decisions Under Conditions of Uncertainty at your next large leadership event gathering. Your leaders will appreciate it!
MDA Accel micro-learning technology platform with online, bite-sized content on all of these topics delivered to your leaders on demand.

MDA is here to help you not only navigate—but thrive—in the current business environment.

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C-suite Selection and Succession: Delivering Leadership Excellence for the Future

MDA Leadership helps CEOs articulate executive leadership needs, identify top talent, and accelerate C-suite transitions.

Senior Executive Blueprinting ™

Succession planning begins at the top. CEOs, in partnership with human resources and their boards, must think carefully about the talent they need for the future in key leadership roles. Similar to CEO Blueprinting™, MDA Leadership helps our clients articulate the executive leadership they will need to successfully navigate emerging business challenges and drive evolving strategies.

C-suite Selection and Succession

Not all C-suite hires and promotions achieve success. We help CEOs select the right executives by bringing an informed, experienced, and objective voice to the table. Based on a CEO’s criteria and an organization’s norms, we assess and analyze executive candidates to provide definitive and well-grounded promotion and hiring recommendations.

C-Suite Transitions

About 60% of executives say they were not prepared for the strategic challenges they faced in their new senior leadership roles.3 MDA Leadership accelerates effective transition into the C-suite. Through a unique discovery process, we help executives gain deep insight into what it will take to be successful given stakeholder expectations, team dynamics, and the nuances of C-suite leadership. Our seasoned coaches guide leaders in designing and executing highly relevant and engaging onboarding plans.

Board Services: Enhancing Board Effectiveness

MDA Leadership helps boards strengthen their governance roles and internal dynamics.

Board Evaluations

Most boards are required to evaluate their own performance on an annual basis—an exercise that can range from “checking the box” to an experience that truly engages board members in the right conversations. Our services include full board evaluations, individual director reviews, peer feedback, chair role transitions, and action planning.

Board and CEO Consultation

Creating strong board and CEO collaboration requires mutual trust and respect. Forging and maintaining productive relationships cannot be left to chance. MDA Leadership provides trusted advisor consultation for CEOs and their boards to foster alignment in critical areas such as decision-making, role clarity, governance, and communication.

CEO Coaching and Trusted Advisor Consultation

Two-thirds of CEOs don’t receive any outside advice on their leadership skills, and yet almost all would be receptive to suggestions from a coach.4 Since a one-size-fits-all playbook for CEOs doesn’t exist, MDA Leadership provides CEO coaching. Whether business performance is hitting the mark or not, even seasoned CEOs benefit from the safe place and counsel we provide to help them evolve their leadership.

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At MDA Leadership, we know there are no one-size-fits-all solutions for every organization. We take the time to get to know your business and your leadership needs and recommend a range of options that are the best fit for your growth goals. Let's see how MDA Leadership can optimize your Talent Strategy for the Long Run®.

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