What You’re Really Investing In
The value of Core Leadership Academy’s training and coaching experiences is clear.

When you bring in Core Leadership Academy, you’re not just buying a workshop—you’re investing in cultural transformation, real-world tools, and trauma-informed leadership that sticks.

Tangible Value Points of What We Offer

Who Facilitates This Work (And Why It Matters)

Sabrina Moon is a Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator and founder of the Problem Solving Institute. With over 25 years of experience leading operations in high-stakes industries like railroads and manufacturing, she brings a rare blend of engineering precision and emotional intelligence. Sabrina designed and led multi-state lean and leadership programs for Norfolk Southern and Amtrak, and created the FLFL (Foundational Leadership for Law Enforcement Officers) program to build bridges between law enforcement and community. With an ACE score of 7/10, she leads through a trauma-informed lens, helping teams move from reactive to resilient. View her full bio.

Mitch McKinney is a leadership trainer and long-serving Fort Wayne Police Department officer. He has held roles from undercover detective to Deputy Chief and now Detective Sergeant. Mitch leads FWPD’s Procedural Justice and Police Legitimacy training and chaired the Indiana Fraternal of Police’s (FOP) Training, Recruitment, and Retention Committee. His lived experience in frontline leadership, emotional regulation, and trust-building with community members gives him unmatched credibility with public safety teams.

Together, they offer a unique, field-tested, and deeply human approach to leadership that resonates across industries, from corporate boardrooms to firehouses. View his full bio.

Transformational Value

• Reduced burnout and emotional reactivity

• Clearer communication and feedback culture

• Stronger team alignment and trust

• Leaders who can regulate under pressure

• Equity-building practices rooted in shared humanity

Real-World Value:

• Decrease in HR escalations

• Higher retention and morale

• Better relationships between public and professional sectors

ROI-Cost Savings: 

• Reduced Employee Turnover: Replacing an employee can cost between 50% to 200% of their annual salary, depending on the role and industry. Effective leadership development enhances employee satisfaction and retention, mitigating these costs. ​

• Lower Burnout-Related Expenses: Burnout can cost employers between $4,000 and $21,000 per employee annually due to decreased productivity and increased absenteeism. Our programs equip leaders with tools to manage stress and foster a supportive work environment. ​

• Minimized Conflict Costs: Workplace conflicts can cost organizations an average of $12,000 per incident, factoring in lost productivity and potential legal fees. Our training emphasizes effective communication and conflict resolution skills. ​LinkedIn

Performance Enhancements:

• Increased Employee Engagement: Disengaged employees can cost organizations up to 18% of their annual salary in lost productivity. Our programs aim to boost engagement by aligning individual values with organizational goals. ​

• Improved Team Dynamics: Enhanced communication and trust within teams lead to better collaboration, innovation, and overall performance.​

Why It’s Worth It: If an organization had to shop out all these services, they’d need multiple vendors, multiple contracts, and months of integration. With Core Leadership Academy, they get:

• One cohesive, trauma-informed leadership system

• Two deeply experienced and trusted facilitators

• Tools designed for their unique environment

• ROI through measurable improvement in morale, retention, and effectiveness

• AND a chance to do something bigger—
  To build more resilient leaders everywhere.
  To break stigmas.
  To bring people and communities together – getting on common ground.

This is more than training—it’s a leadership intervention that works and a community investment that lasts.