Leadership Lab
Stronger Leaders. Healthier Teams. Better Outcomes.
Leadership Lab helps leaders discover, refine, and elevate their leadership through the combined power of neuroscience, attachment theory, and practical coaching. Over ten months, you’ll learn tools you can immediately use to improve team culture, staff retention, and decision-making under pressure. With a focus on neuroscience, attachment, communication, and personal growth, Leadership Lab offers you the opportunity to lead with impact and integrity.
Why this program works
- Small cohorts for peer learning
- Monthly group sessions on Zoom
- One hour of private coaching each month
- Curriculum tied to real growth and outcomes
- Implementation and capstone presentations
What You Will Learn
- The principles of effective leadership
- Neuroscience-backed techniques for engaging and inspiring others
- How to navigate common leadership blindspots
- Enhanced presentation and communication skills
Outcomes you can expect
- Reduced stress and turnover
- Psychologically safe team environments
- Improved communication skills
- More confident decisions that stick
- Greater staff retention and stronger culture
Program structure
- Duration: Ten sessions (February–November)
- Cadence: Virtual, two hours per month
- Coaching: One hour per participant, monthly
- Cohort size: 12 leaders
- Structure: Teaching, discussion, presentations
Who should apply
Leadership Lab is ideal for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of leadership, whether you’re leading teams, organizations, or want to lead with integrity and impact.
Pricing & Options
- Individual enrollment: $3,000
- Nonprofit bundle (3–5 seats): $2,750 per participant
- Private organizational cohort: custom pricing [click here to inquire]
2026 Leadership Lab Meeting Dates
- February 11
- March 11
- April 8
- May 13
- June 10
- July 8
- August 12
- September 9
- October 7
- November 111
Leadership Lab has truly been a blessing in my personal and professional growth journey. I joined hoping to gain more confidence in my voice, my decisions, and my unique strengths as a leader‚ and I can honestly say it has delivered on all of that and so much more. Leadership Lab is more than a program; it’s a transformative experience.
Shelbi Clark
Ryan uses his keen relational sense to match his messages with the needs of his audience through an engaging and practical manner. With his storytelling abilities and warm approach, He draws participants in with a mixture of personal stories, historical accounts, and current events to apply the objectives in a useful way for almost anyone. Ryan brings significant research and varied perspectives to the discussion, be it simple or complex.
Jimmy Dominey, Ph.D.
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Meet Ryan North
Ryan North is the co-founder of One Big Happy Home and creator of The Empowered Parent Podcast, a popular resource offering practical strategies for raising children with trauma and attachment issues.
A recognized expert on childhood trauma and its impact on children, Ryan has developed training materials and programs through One Big Happy Home to educate parents, schools, churches, and child-placing agencies on trauma-informed care and crisis intervention. He is an author, TBRI Practitioner, and Certified Praesidium Guardian.
In addition to his expertise in trauma, Ryan is passionate about leadership and leadership development. Drawing on principles from neuroscience, scripture, and psychology, he guides leaders to build resilient, empathetic teams and foster environments that promote growth and psychological safety. His work in leadership development extends to creating programs that equip leaders with practical tools to handle complex challenges in today’s dynamic workplaces.
As a sought-after speaker, Ryan has shared his insights and experiences at conferences and events nationwide. His engaging and practical approach to adoption, foster care, and leadership has inspired and empowered families and professionals alike. Known for his ability to communicate complex issues in a clear and relatable way, he makes his presentations accessible to a wide range of audiences.
He lives with his wife, Kayla, and their six children in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area.