National Leadership Academy
“We Train to Transform” • National Leadership Association ®

Executive Consultation &
Corporate Leadership Training

Confidential boardroom advisory and world-class corporate development programs delivered by Dr. Alex Jones (Ph.D. Leadership, Alliant/CSPP San Diego • Forbes Coaches Council • Maxwell Leadership) and senior NLA faculty.

“Leadership is inspiring people to maintain a positive thinking.”

— Dr. Alex Jones
Official Member Forbes Coaches Council (2023)
John Maxwell Team Certified Member
San Diego HQ • Dubai Global Hub

Trusted by Global Enterprises, Government Authorities & Industry Leaders

Road & Transport Authority (RTA)Government of Dubai
Mashreq BankBanking & Financial Services
AMOUAGELuxury Global Brand
GAL (Global Aerospace Logistics)Defense & Aerospace
Ansaldo EnergiaPower & Energy Engineering
MENARDGlobal Geotechnical
Walaa Cooperative InsurancePublicly Listed Insurance
Etihad Aviation TrainingAviation & Flight Academy
Abu Dhabi School of GovernmentPublic Sector Excellence
Abdulla Al Ghurair AuditoriumInstitutional Education
Empirical ROI & Outcomes

Measurable Impact on Leaders & Teams

Our training programs produce quantifiable organizational performance gains. Measured across enterprise cohorts and post-training evaluations:

6X

Project Objectives

Participating teams are 6 times more likely to meet or exceed core project objectives.

5X

On-Schedule Delivery

5 times more likely to adhere to critical project timelines and operational milestones.

2X

Budget Adherence

2 times more likely to stay within planned departmental and capital budgets.

99%

Peer Recommendation

99% of corporate participants would recommend NLA leadership programs to colleagues.

With Our Leadership Training Programs, Employees Feel:

PREPARED

Ready with actionable cognitive frameworks to navigate unexpected market disruptions.

EQUIPPED

Armed with 150+ proven strategy models, DISC communication tools, and Lean methodologies.

SUPPORTED

Backed by continuous peer learning, expert faculty advisory, and 90-day progress checks.

Curriculum Architecture

The 4-Tier Strategic Pyramid

Every NLA corporate training program builds progressively through four interconnected layers of mastery:

1

LEADERSHIP

Vision, Inspiring Positive Thinking, Idealisation of Leaders & Boardroom Governance

2

STRATEGY

150 Strategy & Management Models, Strategic Forecasting & Business Model Sketches

3

NEGOTIATION

High-Stakes Deal Structuring, Commercial Influence & Win-Win Conflict Resolution

4

CHANGE MANAGEMENT

Kaizen Continuous Improvement, Hoshin Kanri, Lean Leadership & Cultural Agility

8 Key Transferable Skills

Instilled across all corporate cohorts • Research-grounded competencies

Creativity & Innovation

Unlocking lateral thinking and pioneering solutions to complex organizational hurdles.

Critical Thinking

Evaluating evidence objectively to make sound, bias-shielded strategic judgements.

Complex Problem Solving

Deconstructing systemic bottlenecks with multi-layered root-cause frameworks.

Effective Communication

Mastering boardroom gravitas, concise messaging, and active cross-functional listening.

Teamwork & Collaboration

Aligning multi-generational teams, cross-departmental pods, and DISC personality styles.

Transformational Leadership

Inspiring people to maintain positive thinking and execute unified strategic visions.

Strategic Proactivity

Anticipating market and regulatory disruptions before they impact the bottom line.

Resilience & Adaptability

Thriving through change management, post-merger integration, and market volatility.

Instructional Methodology

Our Proven ADDIE Approach

We apply the internationally accredited ADDIE process to ensure every corporate consultation and training engagement delivers verifiable business value:

A

Analysis

Diagnostic & Gap Assessment

Analyze your situation to understand the exact leadership gaps, cultural friction points, and operational hurdles you need to fill.

D

Design

Blueprint & Architecture

Based on your analysis, make informed data-driven decisions to design the best possible, high-impact learning experience.

D

Development

Customization & Content

Bring your learning experience to life by building your tailored end-product, proprietary case studies, and interactive simulations.

I

Implementation

Delivery & Rollout

Distribute and execute your learning program seamlessly to your audience on-site, in executive retreats, or via interactive virtual studios.

E

Evaluation

ROI & Continuous Feedback

Evaluate if your learning end-product is effective against project KPIs. Make necessary updates and cycle back to the analysis phase.

The NLA Distinction

What Makes Our Training Program Unique?

Built upon seven mutually reinforcing operational principles to deliver permanent behavioral transformation:

Rigorous Research

Curriculum grounded in academic doctorate research from Alliant/CSPP and Harvard, Stanford & Yale case models.

Peer Learning

High-density interactive cohorts that cross-pollinate executive insights and diverse industry backgrounds.

Experiential Learning

Real-world scenario simulations, LEGO Serious Play communication models, and boardroom roleplays.

Safe Space

Confidential, non-punitive environment for leaders to confront blindspots and test bold strategies.

Personalised Attention

Bespoke stakeholder diagnostics, individual DISC psychometric debriefs, and tailored 1-on-1 feedback.

Goal Setting & Milestones

Disciplined OKRs and 48-hour delivery execution scorecards tied directly to organizational KPIs.

Ongoing Support

Post-program 90-day pulse surveys, coaching check-ins, and lifetime access to NLA case research.

Comprehensive Course Catalog

Corporate & Institutional Training Tracks

Explore our four flagship tracks, each customizable to your industry, team seniority, and operational schedule:

C-Suite & Board Level

Strategic Leadership & C-Suite Advisory

Confidential boardroom advisory and senior team alignment led personally by Dr. Alex Jones. Deconstructs organizational bottlenecks, eliminates decision fatigue, aligns C-suite incentives, and installs the DISLEADERSHIP recovery playbook to prevent leadership derailment.

Request Proposal
Duration: 2-Day Executive Intensive or 6-Week Cohort
Format: On-site at Client HQ, Off-site Executive Retreat, or Hybrid Virtual Studio
Audience: CEOs, Managing Directors, Board Members, & Division Heads

Core Curriculum Modules:

MODULE 01
Strategic Foresight & Disruption Mapping

Analyzing macroeconomic signals, competitive threats, and boardroom blindspots.

MODULE 02
Executive Team Cohesion & Governance

Aligning C-suite incentives, resolving strategic conflicts, and establishing boardroom cadence.

MODULE 03
The DISLEADERSHIP Diagnostic

Detecting subtle behavioral shifts in leaders before they manifest as costly operational missteps.

MODULE 04
Disciplined Execution & Velocity

Translating strategy into daily operational metrics with clear scorecards and ownership.

Enterprise & Departmental

Management & Operational Leadership Mastery

Grounded in the 4-tier Strategic Pyramid (Leadership, Strategy, Negotiation, Change Management) and 150 proven management models. Synthesizes Sales Strategy, Leading with Emotional Intelligence (EI), Lean Leadership, Kaizen, and Hoshin Kanri into high-velocity daily team execution.

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Duration: 1–3 Day Workshop Series or 8-Week Applied Track
Format: On-site Classroom, Interactive Corporate Pods, or Global Virtual Studio
Audience: VPs, Directors, Department Heads, & High-Potential Enterprise Managers

Core Curriculum Modules:

MODULE 01
The 4-Tier Leadership Hierarchy

Mastering the foundational pyramid: Leadership, Strategy, Negotiation, and Change Management.

MODULE 02
Leading with Emotional Intelligence (EI)

Self-regulation, empathy, stakeholder mapping, and building high-trust psychological safety.

MODULE 03
Continuous Improvement: Kaizen & Hoshin Kanri

Deploying Lean principles and policy deployment frameworks to eliminate organizational waste.

MODULE 04
High-Stakes Negotiation & Conflict Resolution

Interest-based bargaining, commercial deal structuring, and resolving cross-departmental friction.

Schools, Universities & Faculty

Special Teachers & Educational Leadership Program

A dedicated pedagogical leadership program designed to empower educators with modern teaching methodologies. Focuses on 10 core competencies from the NLA curriculum: Problem-Based Learning, Social & Emotional Intelligence, Virtual Leadership Communication, and Process Improvement Expertise.

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Duration: Full Semester Cohort or 2-Day Faculty Intensive
Format: On-Campus Interactive Workshop + Faculty Digital Toolkit
Audience: School Principals, Academic Directors, Department Chairs, & Classroom Teachers

Core Curriculum Modules:

MODULE 01
Problem-Based Learning & Critical Thinking

Designing real-world challenge scenarios that stimulate student autonomy and intellectual curiosity.

MODULE 02
Social & Emotional Intelligence in Education

Fostering classroom empathy, managing behavioral dynamics, and building student resilience.

MODULE 03
Leadership Communication in a Virtual World

Effective digital instruction, modern hybrid pedagogical tools, and parental communication.

MODULE 04
Process Improvement & Professional Ethics

Academic benchmarking, systematic student assessment, and upholding professional moral integrity.

Ages 4–18 & Youth Foundations

Young Leaders & Institutional Youth Curriculum

The world’s first research-grounded illustrated leadership curriculum for younger generations (Ages 4–18). Authored in collaboration with Andrew J. DuBrin and Dr. Alex Jones. Instills foundational emotional intelligence, team collaboration, ethical decision-making, and public speaking from early childhood.

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Duration: Multi-Week Curriculum Integration or 3-Day Youth Leadership Summit
Format: On-Campus Workshop Series + Interactive Digital AI Storybooks
Audience: Primary & Secondary Schools, Private Academies, & Youth Development Foundations

Core Curriculum Modules:

MODULE 01
Foundational Character & Self-Awareness

Exploring what a leader truly is: kindness, self-control, and speaking up for others.

MODULE 02
Active Listening & Empathetic Communication

Hearing before answering, understanding non-verbal signals, and using constructive words.

MODULE 03
Collaborative Problem-Solving Pods

Working together in student teams to resolve community, school, and classroom challenges.

MODULE 04
Capstone Presentation & Graduation

Students present their leadership projects and receive accredited registry credentials.

Diplomatic & Boardroom Provenance

Dignitaries, Summits & Executive Engagements

Dr. Alex Jones and NLA faculty actively advise royal dignitaries, government ministries, and corporate boards at the highest global summits:

His Highness Sheikh Manaa Al Maktoum

His Highness Sheikh Manaa Al Maktoum

Royal Family of Dubai

Executive consultation and presentation of DISLEADERSHIP: 30 Must-Know Models for Sustainable Organizations.

World Government Summit

World Government Summit

With H.E. Mohammed Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, UAE

High-level dialogue on government leadership innovation and sustainable organizational transformation.

Federal Ministerial Leadership

Federal Ministerial Leadership

With UAE Ministers & Abu Dhabi School of Government

Engagements with Minister of Sport, Minister of Industry & Advanced Technology, and Minister of State for Public Education.

Corporate Training at Ansaldo Energia

Corporate Training at Ansaldo Energia

Interactive Communication & LEGO Serious Play

Hands-on executive and engineering team exercises focused on connecting practices, simplicity, and active collaboration.

Abdulla Al Ghurair Auditorium

Abdulla Al Ghurair Auditorium

Executive & Government Leadership Summits

Conducting immersive multi-day leadership masterclasses for senior public and private sector leaders in Dubai.

Etihad Aviation Training & GAL

Etihad Aviation Training & GAL

Aviation & Defense Leadership Programs

Bespoke corporate cohort training and author book signings for aviation captains, engineers, and executives.

Executive Inquiries & RFP Requests

Request Consultation or Corporate Proposal

Connect directly with NLA’s executive admissions desk. We review requirements within 24 hours under complete mutual confidentiality.

Protected by bilateral NDA. Confidentiality guaranteed. Direct phone: +971 56 844 3877.

Admissions & Advisory FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Every corporate engagement follows our proprietary ADDIE framework (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation). We begin with a comprehensive diagnostic assessment of your team’s exact challenges, optional DISC psychometric profiling, and industry-tailored case studies drawn from our 75+ SME case library and 150+ strategy models.
United States Headquarters

San Diego, California

7300 Parkway Dr #202
La Mesa, CA 91942, USA

Middle East & Global Hub

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Business Bay & Downtown Dubai
Serving the GCC & Global Enterprise

Direct Executive Admissions

Email & Verified Research

info@nlagroup.org

ORCID: 0000-0002-5884-5941ResearchGate: Alex_Jones73/research
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