Training current and emerging leaders is essential to your organization’s success. At Elite Mindsets, we believe leaders are not born—they are made. The most effective leadership development combines creative, scenario-based training, mentorship, and hands-on experience. Our programs empower leaders with the skills, confidence, and resilience to excel in today’s complex and volatile environments.
Rooted in real-world expertise, our sessions incorporate immersive decision-making exercises designed to cultivate proactiveness, agility, and resilience. These interactive sessions are perfectly suited for leadership retreats, executive development programs, or team-building events, creating transformative moments that drive both individual and organizational growth.
Kyle Vowinkel, founder of Elite Mindsets, brings over 30 years of high-stakes leadership experience as a decorated FBI executive, expert hostage negotiator, and lecturer at Cornell University’s Dyson School of Business Executive Leadership Development Program. Kyle also plays a pivotal role in Aon’s Pinnacle Leadership Program, preparing rising C-suite executives for their most demanding roles.
Hear from Aon’s Global Learning Experience Lead:
"Kyle led a highly engaging and interactive leadership session. His style captivated the audience… he blended clear connections to real-world and corporate-relevant examples."
Whether you're equipping leaders to navigate dynamic environments or challenging executives to become more proactive and resilient, Kyle’s sessions deliver transformative insights tailored to your organization’s leadership philosophy.
Elite Mindsets’ Signature Programs
1. Leading Through Volatility
This session equips leaders with actionable strategies to navigate uncertainty, assess risks, and make confident decisions under pressure. Anchored by the gripping true story of an FBI operation to rescue a kidnapped child, this program introduces participants to the AIIDE Framework, a proven system for fostering critical thinking and proactive leadership.
Key Learning Points:
ASSESS: Evaluate situations and forecast three possible outcomes (Most Desirable, Most Likely, and Least Desirable).
IDENTIFY: Define the conditions required to achieve the Most Desirable outcome.
INFLUENCE: Leverage key factors and entities to shape favorable outcomes.
DEVELOP: Create proactive plans of action to manage risks and improve predictability.
EXECUTE: Implement strategies with agility and adaptability, ready for evolving circumstances.
Participants engage in a Decision-Making Exercise (DME) modeled after this high-stakes mission, applying the AIIDE Framework to analyze shifting scenarios, balance competing priorities, and collaborate effectively under time constraints. This hands-on, interactive approach empowers leaders to foster confidence and clarity within their teams.
2. The Path to Influence
This session provides leaders with a proven ethical framework to build trust, foster meaningful connections, and inspire action. Drawing from Kyle’s negotiation with the Boston Marathon bomber, participants learn to:
Apply a tested four-step framework to positively and ethically influence others.
Employ focused curiosity and empathy to connect with challenging individuals.
Build rapport and trust in high-stakes interactions.
Align influence strategies with organizational values.
Through an interactive Decision-Making Exercise, participants navigate complex interpersonal dynamics and apply the Path to Influence framework to achieve effective resolutions. This immersive exercise hones participants’ ability to influence others ethically under pressure, equipping them to handle real-world challenges with confidence.
Align Leadership Programs with Organizational Goals
At Elite Mindsets, we customize every program to align with your organization’s values, vision, and leadership objectives. By addressing current strengths and preparing for future challenges, our sessions deliver lasting benefits that extend beyond the training room.
Identify Leadership Gaps: Pinpoint areas for growth through targeted assessments.
Foster Continuous Learning: Equip participants with practical takeaways they can implement immediately.
Tailor Programs to Your Needs: Avoid generic solutions with bespoke training experiences designed to meet your unique goals.
Why Leadership Development Matters
Investing in leadership development prepares your team to thrive in today’s competitive landscape. From fostering innovation to enhancing decision-making, the right program equips leaders with the tools to drive sustained success. Whether you’re hosting a leadership retreat, launching an executive development initiative, or creating a custom team-building experience, Elite Mindsets delivers dynamic, results-driven sessions tailored to your goals.
At Elite Mindsets, we inspire leaders to rise to the occasion through interactive sessions, compelling storytelling, and actionable takeaways. Whether you’re grooming future leaders, enhancing executive decision-making, or fostering collaboration, our programs deliver measurable results.
Contact Elite Mindsets today to create a leadership development experience that transforms your team and drives exceptional outcomes.
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