Shane Dennis is a results-driven Training and Development Leader and military veteran with over 20 years of experience building high-performing teams. He has a proven ability to design and deliver impactful leadership programs, optimize operational efficiency, and drive strategic initiatives. Shane is an International Coaching Federation, Professional Certified Coach (PCC) who leverages his expertise in Adult Education and Team Development to foster ethical leadership and achieve organizational excellence.

In his role as Training and Development Manager, Shane led a team, delivering training to over 1,100 senior-level students annually. He redesigned the executive curriculum, integrating modern leadership principles and receiving commendations for fostering critical thinking. Shane also developed leadership programs that enhanced self-awareness and decision-making for ethical leadership roles.

Shane has held various leadership positions, including command of multiple teams and organizations, and ships. His experience spans from leading teams in highly contested, dynamic environments to overseeing large-scale operations.

Shane is a graduate of the University of Utah. Earning a Masters degree from the Naval War college in Defense and Strategic Studies, Shane is also a graduate of the Maritime Advanced Warfighting School. He is a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, a Hogan Assessments Certified coach, and CoreStrengths Strength Deployment Inventory(SDI) facilitator.

Shane can be found on the waters of the Narraganset bay sailing or wing-foiling when not working. He lives in the Finger Lakes region of New York with his wife, two children, and English Labrador, Roy.

Shane Dennis

"I cannot give higher praise for Shane's command of the leadership material, emotional intelligence, and ability to deftly guide discussions while keeping the entire workshop engaged."

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"Shane did a great job of balancing a disarming conversation while providing critical feedback. His coaching session was exactly what I needed and far exceeded my expectations."

"Shane did a great job of balancing a disarming conversation while providing critical feedback. His coaching session was exactly what I needed and far exceeded my expectations."