Leadership Simplified: Doug Van Dyke

Leadership Accelerator
LIVE via Zoom!:  January 13, 2026

Leadership Accelerator
Each three-hour, monthly meeting sizzles as 10 select leaders gather and engage. Facilitator Doug Van Dyke guides the group through high-level, interactive experiences that provide solutions to problems, education and information, and stimulation to think strategically. Upon conclusion of the ACCELERATOR you will be able to make better decisions, master conversations, and drive positive actions.
PRESENTED BY 
DOUG VAN DYKE
For over 25 years Doug Van Dyke has coached individuals and led hundreds of leadership development programs that have enabled professionals to communicate more effectively, increase sales, lead with passion, embrace change, and smile as they choose to have more fun at the game of work. He has appeared on numerous television and radio business programs, including the nationally syndicated talk show First Business. He is the author of Leadership Simplified – The Field Guide for Savvy Leaders. Doug has also published over 100 articles and is a syndicated columnist. He holds a BBA in Finance from Stetson University and an MBA from the University of North Florida. 

VALUE PROPOSITION 
You will expand your ability to make executive level decisions, master conversations, and drive actions.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Professionals who are serious about organizational leadership and desire to elevate their ability to execute. This program is specifically designed for life-long learners who are:
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Senior Managers
  • On the Corporate Fast-Track
  • Heir Apparent to a Family Business
 
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM
  • 12 monthly meetings
  • Case studies
  • Targeted training/coaching
  • Online private leadership forum
  • Written summaries
  • Skill building presentations
  • Open dialogue
  • Audios
  • Guest speakers
  • Monthly 30-minute one-on-one coaching and mentoring sessions
DATE, TIME & LOCATION
Monthly meetings take place on the first Tuesday of each month for the entire year! Meetings are conducted virtually via Zoom!

 

 

TESTIMONIALS
“The leadership accelerator program has been hugely impactful to me, both personally and professionally. Interacting in a small group format among other highly skilled and motivated executives and lifelong learners has been a great format in which to grow. Doug is a great facilitator, providing new and interesting content each month. He also engages us in between sessions. Slackers need not apply!”

Corey W. Lilburn, CEBS, CSFS
Shareholder/Sr. Benefits Specialist
Alltrust Insurance


“The Leadership Accelerator is one the most power-packed business programs that I have ever experienced. Constant learning, networking, and hands-on workshops. Doug Van Dyke could take the program to any MBA school and stand proud.”

Jonathan Fleece
Managing Partner,
Blalock Walters
Founder, tobe4HEALTH


“Excellent program! Doug Van Dyke is an impressive leader, mentor and coach. As an educator and coach, I am already implementing many of Doug's leadership and communication strategies. I strongly recommend the Leadership Accelerator, as well as any of Doug's seminars.”

Marc Jones
Middle School Academic Dean, Boys Varsity Soccer Head Coach
Saint Stephen's Episcopal School


“Very different from other leadership programs I have completed – in a good way. The case studies fostered great conversations and insightful analysis. I highly recommend the Leadership Accelerator to other leaders.”

Ben Jones
Chief Investment Officer & Principal
Allegiant Private Advisors

 

“Educational and an eye opener. Loved sharing and learning from the group.”

Karima Habity
Economic and Business Development Manager
CareerSource Suncoast

 

“The program enabled me to become more self-aware of how I can affect culture within my organization. I have grown as a person and feel better about trusting my decisions when it comes to solving complicated workplace situations.”

Janeen Hicks
Risk Manager
Feld Entertainment

 

“Excellent content. Extremely relevant and meanigful material. Doug is heads above other educators!”

Tom Mohr
Chief Executive Officer
Beam Software

 

“I feel like I gained many valuable tools and techniques that can be used in many situations - both personal and professional settings.”

Lisa Howard
Chief Executive Officer
Lighthouse Vision Loss Education Center

When

January 13, 2026
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Where

ZOOM!



Leadership Perspectives
Zoom!:  January 14, 2026

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Mission Statement

To positively impact the lives, as well as enhance the professional efficiency of business people through the process of powerful information and idea exchange.

“I have worked with Doug for several years now. What always amazes me is the scope of knowledge that he brings to the table. Whether it is customer service, time management, management, leadership, vendor relations, hiring, etc. Doug is definitely a great asset and he has helped me and my company be more productive multiple times.”

Olivier De Meulder
Owner
Invitation Consultants, Inc.
Tampa, FL

 

Overview

Leadership Perspectives is an opportunity for non-competing business persons that are at the same level of management and have similar business challenges, goals and visions, to communicate with one another on a regular basis. Leadership Perspectives is not a networking group, but rather a forum for the sharing of viewpoints and ideas that will provide valuable insight for each member to use in making impactful business decisions. Additionally, Leadership Perspectives provides a structure for each of its members to engage in thought-provoking discussion and challenging conversation covering a myriad of business topics including, but not limited to: increasing sales, solving business challenges, and leading more effectively. Outside speakers and specialists in selected professional areas are frequently included on the agenda.

 

Monthly Meetings

Meetings are conducted once a month, beginning promptly at 8:00 a.m. and ending promptly at 10:00 a.m. The maximum amount of business owners per group is ten.

 

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Professional Facilitator

Over the past 15 years Doug Van Dyke has facilitated sessions that have enabled groups of professionals to communicate more effectively, lead with passion, embrace change, increase the profitability of their organizations, and smile as they choose to have more fun at the game of work. He has been the facilitator for sessions with Lockheed Martin, Humana, Sysco Foods, Bealls Department Stores, the University of South Florida, and hundreds of small and medium-sized businesses. 

“As a past TEC member I know I receive greater value from Doug while expending less time.”

David Hurley
President
Landmark Engineering & Surveying
Tampa, FL

 

Program Costs

Leadership Perspectives charges no initiation fee. Dues of $1,200 are paid at the beginning of each quarter.

 

Contact Us

For membership in Leadership Perspectives, contact Doug Van Dyke today at (941) 776-1121 or via .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).


When

January 14, 2026
8:00am - 10:00am

Where

Virtual - Via ZOOM!



Leadership Development Program
LIVE Via Zoom!!:  January 15, 2026

Leaders impact culture! Nothing will impact the culture of your organization more positively than a well-rounded, cutting-edge leader. Raise the bar of excellence by attending or sponsoring someone to attend our engaging, high-impact leadership development program.  

Description of Program

Over a 12-week period participants will receive world-class training developed by Doug Van Dyke of Leadership Simplified. The training sessions will take place weekly and will be delivered via Zoom.

There will be an assignment associated with each training session that must be completed prior to the next meeting. In addition, after each class the participants will be required to write a one-page summary of the material covered. The summary will also include their takeaways and application of the material.

Each participant will receive a thumb drive with five audio sessions during the course of the twelve classes. The audios and will help to reinforce the mission-critical material that was covered during the training sessions. Throughout the training curriculum each participant will have access to Leadership Simplified’s online resources. In addition, upon graduation from the program, each participant will receive an autographed copy of Leadership Simplified – The Field Guide for Savvy Leaders

As part of the program, participants will have a total of two-hours of one-on-one coaching with Doug Van Dyke. The coaching may be face-to-face via Zoom or take place over the phone. The agenda for each one-on-one session will be tailored to best benefit the individual participant.

Who Should Attend

  • Advanced leaders who are looking to broaden skills and raise their bar of excellence
  • Entrepreneurs who are seeking a competitive advantage
  • New leaders who possess incredible potential

Investment Per Participant

Tuition includes access to 12 training sessions, two hours of one-on-one executive coaching, a thumb drive with five audio sessions, a signed copy of Leadership Simplified – The Field Guide for Savvy Leaders, and access to online materials. Class size is small and limited to 12 total participants. 

Meeting Dates & Location

The training sessions will last two hours and take place once per week for 12 weeks with one make-up session being held per week. All training sessions will tak eplace and be delivered via Zoom.

Testimonials

“The program was fantastic! I learned numerous leadership skills and can’t wait to implement them. Doug shared knowledge and insight that will make my job as a leader even easier and more efficient. Regarding the program being delivered via Zoom, it was very effective and efficient. On a par with in-person training.”
Shawn M. Drourr ACSP, CWT
IT Manager
Kerkering, Barberio & Co.
“The program will prove very meaningful to all types of leaders. Doug delivers an effective and interactive leadership program. Zoom was very efficient and effective. No concerns with the virtual delivery.”
Kathryn Tomlinson MSN, RN
Clinical Director Central Admissions
Tidewell Hospice 
“Extremely helpful and full of useful information for any level of leader. I have recommended that others in our organization take this course. I think Zoom worked out perfectly for this program.”
Alicia Cruz Otero
Senior Career Coach
CareerSource Suncoast
"Very informative program. Many helpful techniques and skills to become a better leader. Effective tools to streamline leadership skills and time management. I am noticing positive benefits within my organization regarding the tools I have employed."
Doug Tibbett
Director
Nielsen, Inc.
“Doug is a wonderful person who is genuinely interested in developing leaders at all levels. His positivity and enthusiasm in the material is contagious and makes an 8am (sharp) start engaging. As an aside his flexibility and understanding made completing the class possible for me- I will forever be grateful for that. I highly recommend the Leadership Simplified programming for any lifetime learner looking to sharpen, grow, or develop practical leadership skills.”
Jill Gass
Director of Development
Step Up Suncoast

“The program was fantastic! I learned numerous leadership skills and can’t wait to implement them. Doug shared knowledge and insight that will make my job as a leader even easier and more efficient. Regarding the program being delivered via Zoom, it was very effective and efficient. On a par with in-person training.”

Shawn M. Drourr ACSP, CWT
IT Manager
Kerkering, Barberio & Co.

 

“The program will prove very meaningful to all types of leaders. Doug delivers an effective and interactive leadership program. Zoom was very efficient and effective. No concerns with the virtual delivery.”

Kathryn Tomlinson MSN, RN
Clinical Director Central Admissions
Tidewell Hospice 

 

“Extremely helpful and full of useful information for any level of leader. I have recommended that others in our organization take this course. I think Zoom worked out perfectly for this program.”

Alicia Cruz Otero
Senior Career Coach
CareerSource Suncoast

 

"Very informative program. Many helpful techniques and skills to become a better leader. Effective tools to streamline leadership skills and time management. I am noticing positive benefits within my organization regarding the tools I have employed."

Doug Tibbett
Director
Nielsen, Inc.

 

“Doug is a wonderful person who is genuinely interested in developing leaders at all levels. His positivity and enthusiasm in the material is contagious and makes an 8am (sharp) start engaging. As an aside his flexibility and understanding made completing the class possible for me- I will forever be grateful for that. I highly recommend the Leadership Simplified programming for any lifetime learner looking to sharpen, grow, or develop practical leadership skills.”

Jill Gass
Director of Development
Step Up Suncoast

 


When

January 15, 2026
8:00am - 10:00am

Where

LIVE Via Zoom!!



Leadership Simplified: THE Bootcamp for Savvy Leaders
Virtual! Event Delivered via ZOOM!:  February 27, 2026

What you will achieve

Participants will enhance leadership skills, expand communication techniques, master laser-focus positive actions, manage time more effectively, and spike personal effectiveness to deliver world-class results.

Who should attend?

Young professionals desiring to grow their talent and skills
New leaders ready to develop advanced productivity skills
Seasoned professionals looking to raise the bar of excellence
Corporate executives seeking to maximize results
Entrepreneurs looking for a competitive advantage

What you’ll learn

How to conduct meetings that generate rave reviews of: “Wow, was that a good use of time!”
How to take collaborative relationships at work and at home and make them sensational
How to control your time rather than your time controlling you
How to communicate priorities and effectively delegate
How to frame brilliant questions
How to identify what questions to avoid
How to de-escalate a heated discussion
How to maximize information exchange during a discussion
Why agility is better than flexibility
Easy methods to move large groups of people to action
How to efficiently coach others and develop their skills
Why action and execution lead to celebration! 

 

Leadership Simplified is a high-energy program filled with immediately implementable tools, techniques, and concepts. The program will resonate with new, aspiring or seasoned leaders who seek ethical actions and measurable performance outcome! 

 

Testimonials

“I have attended many training seminars throughout the years. This program was by far the most informative, interactive, and inspirational seminar I have attended. I was worried about the virtual format, but it was actually better than in person because we were able to addresss our new reality of online meetings and presentations.”

     Heidi Lustig 
     Neal Communities

 

“I enjoyed the program very much. It was a real eye opener to hear and see the presentation, thinking the entire time that Doug was speaking directly to me. I would highly recommend this program to any business leader that is looking to hone their skills.”

     James Waggoner 
     Dignity Memorial

 

“Surprisingly pleased with the interactive component of the programming. Doug is a warm and engaging presenter, and I am glad to have actionable takeaways to implement.”

     Dawn Morgan 
     Kerkering Barberio & Co.


When

February 27, 2026
8:30am - 3:00pm

Where

Event Delivered via ZOOM!!



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