community-driven experiences to help leaders thrive at every stage.

Leadership Growth Designed For Resilience,
Influence, And Systems That Last.

After 21 years in leadership, I discovered that most leaders don't fail because of vision - they fail because of systems that can't sustain it.

GrowLeadEmpower was created to help leaders transform potential into performance, and chaos into clarity.

Build your own Path

Explore Your Core Pathways

Build Systems. Multiply Influence.
Lead With Clarity.

Leadership Architect™

A strategic leadership experience designed for executives, district leaders, and mission-driven professionals who want to elevate performance, alignment, and culture.

  • Executive coaching for senior & emerging leaders

  • Leadership Architect Lab™ (6-week cohort)

  • Keynotes, strategic alignment sessions & leadership retreats

Culture, Systems, and High-Performance
Organizations.

Architecting Excellence™

A cross-industry framework that strengthens culture, enhances operational clarity, and accelerates organizational performance across education, corporate, nonprofit, and mission-driven environments.

  • Culture audits & systems diagnostics

  • Improvement science & operational alignment

  • Strategic planning & leadership cohesion

Small Shifts. Big Confidence.
A Renewed You.

Ripple & Rise™

A heart-centered pathway for women and leaders reclaiming identity, healing, clarity, and purpose. Ripple & Rise™ weaves together the power of everyday influence (The Ripple Effect™) with the courage and resilience of Move On, Sister™.

  • Move On, Sister™ stories, healing work, and teachings

  • The Ripple Effect™ influence practices & micro-actions

  • Journaling prompts, live sessions, and community moments

Tennille Woodward

Ed.D. — Leadership Architect & Executive Coach

Proven Expertise

- Certified Maxwell Leadership Executive Coach, Speaker, and Trainer

- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (2020)

- 21 years in leadership, including 14 years at district and school levels

Trusted Across Sectors

- Partnerships with schools, government agencies, and mission-driven organizations

- Experience spanning corporate finance, education, and leadership development

Our Commitment
At GrowLeadEmpower™, we believe leadership is more than a position — it’s about building resilient systems, empowering people, and creating lasting cultural impact.

Grow Our Potential. Lead Well. Empower Exceptional Outcomes.

💬 What Leaders Are Saying

“Tennille is a visionary leader who empowers others to lead with clarity and courage. Her coaching created alignment and impact across our district.”

— Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings Jr., Former Superintendent

"Dr. Tennille Woodward was an incredible speaker at our recent MPI Michigan Chapter event. Her presentation was entitled "The People Puzzle: Leading with Clarity, Confidence, and Compassion". Her insights were fantastic, and she even tailored her presentation to our event's movie theme. . Attendees were able to walk away with real tools applicable both in professional and personal settings. I would highly recommend her for any group looking to grow strong, people-focused leaders."

— Mandi VanOoteghem, Vice President of Education, MPI Michigan

"Tennille was great to work with. Her content was solid and she progressed though the process very well. We have already booked her again and will keep her in our office likely every other month for new presentations."

— Terry Puffer, Owner, Terry Puffer Real Estate

Booked Speaking Engagements

Conferences & Organizations Trusting GrowLeadEmpower

Catch Tennille live on stage at these upcoming conferences!

STILL NOT SURE?

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I book a speaker for my organization/event?

To book a speaker, simply use our “Book with Me” link on the website or visit the Reserve Events section. You’ll be guided through a simple booking form where you provide your event details and preferred dates. Once submitted, our team will contact you to confirm availability and finalize the arrangements

What topics are available for speaking engagements?

Our speaking topics are all designed to empower leaders and organizations for resilience and sustainable growth. Signature pathways and topics include:

- Leadership growth and systems for resiliency

- The Sisterhood of Resilience and Renewal

- Leadership Architect (systems and culture)

- The Ripple Effect (creating impact through everyday actions)

- Identity & Culture in Action (featured in “Live2Lead”)

- We can also tailor presentations to fit your event’s theme or organizational needs.

How do I confirm event details and setup?

After submitting your booking, our team will follow up to review and confirm event specifics, including agenda, setup requirements, and technology needs. We ensure all logistics are coordinated so your event runs smoothly—look out for a confirmation email with your finalized details and a checklist.

What is the cancellation or rescheduling policy?

If you need to reschedule or cancel, please contact us as soon as possible. We understand that plans can change—we’ll work with you to select a new date or process a cancellation in accordance with our terms. Please refer to our Terms of Service for specific policies regarding timing and any applicable fees.

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