Leadership Training and Development
Envoy of Leaders Foundation delivers execution-ready leadership training and development for public agencies, higher education, and nonprofit/for-profit organizations operating under real constraints. Our programs strengthen governed capacity, decision clarity, and accountability—so leaders can move complex work forward with stable performance under load.
Training is practical and outcomes-oriented, combining evidence-informed instruction with structured tools, routines, and applied practice that teams can implement immediately (role clarity, meeting governance, decision pathways, and accountability cadence). The result is leadership development that improves execution—not just inspiration.
Building Capacity and Competencies
Envoy of Leaders Foundation partners with public agencies, higher education, and mission-driven nonprofit and for-profit organizations to strengthen leadership performance where the work is complex, public-facing, and carried out under real constraints.
We help organizations build the practical leadership capabilities that make delivery reliable:
✓ Cross-functional coordination
✓ Execution discipline,
✓ Data and measurement fluency
✓ Risk and compliance readiness
✓ Stakeholder alignment
✓ Change adoption
✓ Learning agility
✓ Sustainable performance under load.
Our work is outcomes-oriented—designed to translate leadership development into day-to-day operating practices that teams can use immediately.
Ella R. Thompson, Ph.D.
President
A visionary leader and scholar, Dr. Ella R. Thompson serves as our President. With 20 years of executive leadership, she advances Envoy of Leaders' global mission of mission-driven, ethical leadership. She is a sought-after thought leader, championing inclusive, purpose-aligned leadership worldwide.
Mark Sanders
Executive Director
Mark Sanders ensures operational excellence across Envoy of Leaders' multiple functions. He manages systems, leads teams, and drives efficiency to support organizational growth. Focused on execution and scalability, Mark translates vision into impact.
Andrea Barner
Director of Strategy & Partnerships
Andrea Barner leads Envoy of Leaders' revenue growth and strategic partnerships. She secures funding, develops collaborations, and expands the foundation’s reach through market insights and stakeholder engagement.
Jason Warren, MBA
Director of Programs
Jason Warren designs and oversees Envoy of Leaders' leadership development programs. He curates training, coaching, and research initiatives while mentoring facilitators and measuring program impact to ensure excellence.
Patrice LaMont
Assistant Director of Programs
Patrice LaMont supports program delivery and logistics at Envoy of Leaders. She refines curricula, manages operations, and collaborates with facilitators to create transformative leadership experiences through seamless execution.