Discover All About The Adversity Academy
We are a renowned global leadership training and consulting firm dedicated to assisting you in recruiting, promoting, and nurturing outstanding leaders. Whether you’re focusing on first-time managers or C-suite executives, we’re here to support you every step of the way, ensuring every leadership opportunity is maximized.
Why Choose The Adversity Academy?
Cutting Edge Innovation As A Principle
At The Adversity Academy, innovation is at our core. Since our establishment in 2022, we’ve been committed to discovering science-based solutions that genuinely transform the lives of leaders and those they lead.
Our approach involves standing alongside our clients, guiding them in the creation and implementation of exceptional leadership programs that yield outstanding results. From the initial introduction to result measurement, we are dedicated to ensuring that your success becomes our success.
The Solutions You Need For Success
Why You Need Us By Your Side
Our Mantra
Adversity & Resilience Redefined For Leaders
Core Values
Resilience
We believe in the power of resilience to turn challenges into opportunities for leaders.
Excellence
We strive for excellence in every aspect of our leadership solutions.
Purpose
We guide individuals and organizations to discover and align with their true purpose as a leader.
MISSION STATEMENT
We believe in empowering leaders to navigate challenges, inspire resilience, and drive transformative change for a better tomorrow.
Our Vision
We believe in fostering a global community of resilient leaders who thrive in adversity, catalyzing positive change and shaping a future of enduring success.
MEET THE EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TEAM
Michael Allison, MBA | USMC Veteran
Founder, CEO and Executive Chairman
Alex Smith, Ph.D.
President
Sarah Thompson, Ph.D.
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Emily Johnson, Ph.D.
Executive Vice President
Jennifer Lee
Chief Product and Marketing Officer
Michael Stevens
Chief People Officer
Samantha Brown
Senior Vice President for Operations and Customer Success Strategy
General David M. Rodriguez
Senior Vice President, Global Sales Strategy
Ryan Williams
General Counsel
Jessica Martinez
Chief Academic & Education Officer
Rachel Luna, Ph.D.
Chief Grant Writer Officer
Tracey Munoz, Ph.D.
Chief Non-Profit Officer
Abigail Snyder
Chief Compliance & Regulation Officer
Peter Van-Lansing
Chief Government Contractor Officer
Celebrating Our Clients
We Take Great Pride In Partnering With Leaders From Some Of The World’s Most Influential Companies.
In fact, throughout the years, we have collaborated with over 75% of Fortune 500 companies.
Celebrating Our Accomplishments
We are proud to have been acknowledged as a top leadership company by numerous prestigious industry awards for our impactful work alongside our exceptional client partners.
Celebrating Our Diversity
Our pride in diversity stems from its crucial role in our success. Innovation, client satisfaction, and market leadership all hinge on the strength of an inclusive and diverse leadership team.
For Resilient Leaders, We Stand By:
Better leaders embrace diversity, equity and inclusivity.
A brighter future is built on equity.
Success is rooted in the power of a diverse, equity and inclusive workforce.
Leadership Through Community Engagement
Celebrating Our Community Impact
Exceptional leadership is vital to our communities. With our IG-NITE Foundation program, we empower leaders within non-profit and community organizations, enhancing their ability to positively influence the communities they serve.
Cultivating a Culture of Achievement
Celebrating Our Team
At the core of our company lies our remarkable team. Consistently, when we inquire with our clients about the most cherished aspect of partnering with The Adversity Academy, the resounding response remains unchanged: They deeply value our team members.