We drive results that matter.

Our team combines deep leadership expertise with a strong bias for action. From strategy through execution, we partner closely with clients to ensure our work translates into measurable performance and lasting impact.

  • Sandra Davis, Ph.D.

    Chair and Founder

  • Sean Allen, M.B.A., M.S. Finance, Ph.D.

    President and CEO

  • Scott E. Nelson, M.A.

    Partner and Former CEO

  • Kevin Louiselle, Ph.D.

    Partner and EVP of Leadership Talent Strategy and Assessment

  • Sharon Sackett, Ph.D.

    SVP of CEO and Board Services and Executive Assessment

  • Jim Laughlin, M.F.A.

    Senior Vice President, Leadership Development

  • Jennifer Donahue, M.A.

    Senior Vice President, Marketing and Communications

  • Ellie Hall, M.A., PCC

    Vice President, Executive Coaching Services

  • Jeffrey D. Hinds, Psy.D.

    Vice President of Private Equity/Principal Consultant

  • Michael Hepperlen, Ph.D.

    Vice President of Talent Insights and Analytics

  • Matthew Such, Ph.D.

    Vice President of Operational Excellence

  • Erik Williams, M.B.A.

    Vice President

  • Angie von Ruden-Doll, M.B.A.

    Human Resources Director

  • Chris Sloan, Ph.D.

    Principal Consultant

  • Cori Hill, M.A.

    Principal Consultant

  • Tony Carthen, M.A.

    Senior Consultant

  • Michaela Madden Smith, Psy.D., L.P.

    Senior Consultant

  • Sara Coyne, M.A.

    Consultant

  • Tyler Cully, M.A.

    Consultant

  • Aldon Severson, PMP

    Director, Client Strategy & Partnerships

  • Kaz Rivera-Gorski

    Director, Client Strategy & Partnerships

  • Neil Schulman

    Director, Client Strategy & Partnerships

  • Shawn Jones

    Key Accounts Implementation Manager

  • Jennifer Haddy

    Practice Operations Manager

  • Laura Thieret

    Practice Operations Manager

  • Meaghan Johnson

    Practice Operations Manager

  • Amie Conners

    Senior Director of Finance & Accounting

  • Natasha McCalmont

    Senior Staff Accountant

  • Andrew Greenseid, M.B.A.

    Senior Advisor

  • Marcy Keltai

    Project Manager

  • Kara Koll

    Engagement Coordination Manager

  • Karen Truckey

    Report Coordinator

  • Rachel Perez

    Assessment Center Coordinator

  • Jamie Spaulding

    Engagement Coordinator

  • Jean Worrell

    Senior Executive Assistant to Chair & Founder

  • Caitlin Schwantes

    Leadership Development Engagement Coordinator & Executive Assistant

  • Amy Stewart, Ph.D.

    Affiliate Consultant and Executive Coach

  • Andre Keil, M.A.

    Affiliate Consultant and Executive Coach

  • Andrew Graham, B.Eng.

    Affiliate Consultant and Executive Coach

  • Barbara (Babs) Rozin, M.B.A.

    Affiliate Consultant and Executive Coach

  • Floyd Carlson, M.S.

    Affiliate Consultant and Executive Coach

  • Joshua Schultz, Psy.D.

    Affiliate Consultant and Executive Coach

  • Lindsay Read, M.A.

    Affiliate Consultant and Executive Coach

  • Sharon Lundberg, M.B.A., C.M.P., B.C.C., P.C.C.

    Affiliate Consultant and Executive Coach

  • Shreya Sarkar, Ph.D.

    Affiliate Consultant and Executive Coach

  • Meredith (Merry) Walker, Ph.D.

    Affiliate Consultant

  • Alison Porter, M.S.

    Affiliate Consultant

  • Roberto Santos

    Affiliate Consultant

  • Stella Wang, Ph.D

    Affiliate Consultant

  • Vivian Yang, M.Sc.

    Affiliate Consultant

  • Grace Poon, Ph.D.

    Affiliate Consultant

Join our team

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. From industry experts to the team members who bring our work to life, we are united by a commitment to go above and beyond—delivering insight, partnership, and results that matter. We combine deep expertise with a practical, client-first approach to help leaders and organizations achieve meaningful, lasting business impact. If you want to make a difference every day, join us.

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At MDA Leadership, we take time to understand your leadership challenge, the unique context of your business, and the stakes involved. Then we recommend a tailored solution that is best suited to achieve your goals. Let’s bring your leadership vision to life.