With 25+ years guiding Fortune 100s, start‑ups, and non-profits through change management, culture transformation, and engagement, Dr. Patrick Farran, founder of Ad Lucem Group, former Consulting Director at SAS Institute, and former Notre Dame MBA faculty, brings impactful insight into purposeful leadership.

Key Takeaways:

• Purpose drives performance. Focus on the "why" and "who" to align teams with a clear mission, not just tasks and tactics.
• Leadership is a shared journey. Involve team members in decision-making, embrace diverse perspectives, and co-create solutions.
• Coaching fuels growth. Building leadership capacity means creating space for reflection, learning, and adaptive challenge.
• Shift from fixing to flourishing. Great teams don't just solve problems—they unlock potential by valuing strengths and encouraging creativity.

“Our culture is built one conversation at a time.”

“The absence of conflict is not peace. It's apathy,”

“The central task of leadership is to manage strengths such that the weaknesses become irrelevant.” 

- Patrick Farran

Reach out to Patrick Farran at:

Website: https://adlucemgroup.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickfarran/

Ask for and receive all you want need and deserve without feeling rejected, ineffective, or pushy. Learn to manage your mindset, lead yourself and others more effectively and have the meaningful conversations that drive your most important work. 

Get your free starter kit today at www.theinfluentialnonprofit.com

Connect with Maryanne about her coaching programs: 
https://www.courageouscommunication.com/connect

Book Maryanne to speak at your conference:

https://www.courageouscommunication.com/nonprofit-keynote-speaker

Let’s Work Together to Amplify Your Leadership + Influence

1. Group Coaching for Nonprofit Leaders

Want to lead with more clarity, confidence, and influence? My group coaching program is designed for nonprofit leaders who are ready to communicate more powerfully, navigate challenges with ease, and move their organizations forward.
 

2. Team Coaching + Training

I work hands-on with nonprofit teams to strengthen leadership, improve communication, and align around a shared vision. Whether you’re growing fast or feeling stuck, we’ll create more clarity, collaboration, and momentum—together.
 

3. Board Retreats + Trainings

Your board has big potential. I’ll help you unlock it. My engaging, no-fluff retreats and trainings are built to energize your board, refocus on what matters, and generate real results.

Get your free starter kit today at www.theinfluentialnonprofit.com

Connect with Maryanne about her coaching programs:

https://www.courageouscommunication.com/connect

Book Maryanne to speak at your conference:

https://www.courageouscommunication.com/nonprofit-keynote-speaker