Donovan Manley
Executive Coach at Stalwart Performance- Claim this Profile
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Michael Liebensohn
Let me tell you, I was compelled to write this recommendation. Donovan and I got together for a zoom "coffee" and even though I hadn't engaged his services, I was writing down little nuggets the entire time. Nuggets aren't the right word. Epiphanies about my business is more like it. I was literally jumping up and down with excitement from my newfound clarity regarding what I do and who I do it for, as the result of our conversation. Take time to meet with Donovan.
Larry Dillard
Donovan is a smart, dedicated professional with a passion for coaching, teaching, and growing leaders. As company commander, he was personally responsible for turning around a 200-person organization that was floundering by installing disciplined systems and developing his employees.
Michael Liebensohn
Let me tell you, I was compelled to write this recommendation. Donovan and I got together for a zoom "coffee" and even though I hadn't engaged his services, I was writing down little nuggets the entire time. Nuggets aren't the right word. Epiphanies about my business is more like it. I was literally jumping up and down with excitement from my newfound clarity regarding what I do and who I do it for, as the result of our conversation. Take time to meet with Donovan.
Larry Dillard
Donovan is a smart, dedicated professional with a passion for coaching, teaching, and growing leaders. As company commander, he was personally responsible for turning around a 200-person organization that was floundering by installing disciplined systems and developing his employees.
Michael Liebensohn
Let me tell you, I was compelled to write this recommendation. Donovan and I got together for a zoom "coffee" and even though I hadn't engaged his services, I was writing down little nuggets the entire time. Nuggets aren't the right word. Epiphanies about my business is more like it. I was literally jumping up and down with excitement from my newfound clarity regarding what I do and who I do it for, as the result of our conversation. Take time to meet with Donovan.
Larry Dillard
Donovan is a smart, dedicated professional with a passion for coaching, teaching, and growing leaders. As company commander, he was personally responsible for turning around a 200-person organization that was floundering by installing disciplined systems and developing his employees.
Michael Liebensohn
Let me tell you, I was compelled to write this recommendation. Donovan and I got together for a zoom "coffee" and even though I hadn't engaged his services, I was writing down little nuggets the entire time. Nuggets aren't the right word. Epiphanies about my business is more like it. I was literally jumping up and down with excitement from my newfound clarity regarding what I do and who I do it for, as the result of our conversation. Take time to meet with Donovan.
Larry Dillard
Donovan is a smart, dedicated professional with a passion for coaching, teaching, and growing leaders. As company commander, he was personally responsible for turning around a 200-person organization that was floundering by installing disciplined systems and developing his employees.
Credentials
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Certified Professional Life Coach
Transformation AcademyJan, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Certified Corporate Fitness Specialist
National Corporate Fitness InstituteAug, 2016- Sep, 2024 -
Certified Lean Management Professional
Operational Excellence Training Institute (OTIFAS)Aug, 2015- Sep, 2024 -
Resilience-Building Leadership Professional Trainer (RBLP-T)
Resilience-Building Leader Program (RBLP)Jun, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Certified Elite Trainer
(ISSA) International Sports Sciences AssociationJan, 2011- Sep, 2024 -
Precision Nutrition Level 1
Precision NutritionApr, 2013- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Stalwart Performance
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United States
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Coach
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Mar 2019 - Present
Are you performing at your peak? Would you describe yourself as having 'outstanding vigor of mind, body, and spirit'? Our coaching empowers leaders to prioritize their own physical and mental health so they can stay focused, be more effective, and have the energy left at the end of the day to be present for those they love and do the things they enjoy When you run an organization, others are counting on you to be at your best. Using tools gathered from nearly three decades of developing military and corporate leaders to achieve success in the most stressful conditions, we can help you overcome the obstacles to Optimal Performance. Show less
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BNI Middle Tennessee, Kentucky, Southern Indiana
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director Consultant and Chapter Launch Director
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Aug 2020 - Present
BNI Directors help people grow their business by growing their network. Director Consultants support and help the chapters they oversee increase membership, retain current members, and train and educate the members to help them get the most out of their BNI membership. Chapter Launch Directors guide and coach business leaders in forming and launching their own BNI Chapters. BNI Directors help people grow their business by growing their network. Director Consultants support and help the chapters they oversee increase membership, retain current members, and train and educate the members to help them get the most out of their BNI membership. Chapter Launch Directors guide and coach business leaders in forming and launching their own BNI Chapters.
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Prairie Life Fitness Center
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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General Manager
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Aug 2017 - Mar 2019
Led a team of over 150 employees in six departments providing fitness and wellness programs for all ages in a 65,000 sq ft facility with over $2 million in annual revenue. Researched and piloted a CRM system that resulted in a company-best conversion rate on new leads. Initiated improvement programs that reduced overall expenses by 20% and enhanced the member experience, resulting in 50-point increase in Net promoter Score within the first six months despite a major competitor entering the market. Show less
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The HON Company
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United States
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Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
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300 - 400 Employee
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Production Group Leader/Manager
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Nov 2014 - Jul 2016
Directed two separate $50 million revenue Metal Case Goods business units with 50+ employees, 20-member fabrication group, and 10-member Finishing System department that supported 850-member facility. Drove initiatives to streamline production, reduce costs, improve true efficiency, and improve high quality standards. Incorporated Lean Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma concepts to foster a continuous improvement mindset. Developed next wave of factory leadership at multiple levels. • Restructured scheduling process to incorporate level-loading and single shift production with an annual network labor and productivity savings of over $500,000. • Developed and led initiative to realign leadership and training structure for greater ownership and accountability that resulted in annualized productivity gains of over $250,000. • Led implementation phase of network single-source initiative, including four new models, a new product line, and addition of off-shift production while still improving efficiency rating over 20%. Show less
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US Army
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United States
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Law Enforcement
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1 - 100 Employee
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Commander
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Dec 2011 - Feb 2014
Commander responsible for all aspects of personnel training and management of over 280 personnel, resourcing and maintenance for over $120 million of equipment, and supply management.• Credited by supervisor with leading complete turnaround of the most complex company in the organization.• Designed and led training to increase operational readiness rate from “inadequate” to 100% in less than 10 months.• Revamped logistics process to return over $1.5 million of excess equipment into inventory and improve budget efficiency over 25%. • Rated top 20% and cited for ability to “build effective systems” and “grow leaders” Show less
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Chief Of Operations
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Nov 2010 - Nov 2011
Coordinated operations for six sub-organizations and partnered agencies with over 4500 personnel in a 20,000 square kilometer area. Led staff decision-making process to align available assets with ongoing operations and identify future needs in a dynamic environment. • Synchronized over 2700 patrols and major operations across multiple agencies throughout the province, increasing patrol density and availability of assets while reducing risk during simultaneous operations.• Led contingency and crisis action planning during major operations, providing proactive redirection of effort and assets to reduce response time. • Cited for ability to visualize, assess, and provide recommendations on complex situations.• Rated among top 10% of peer group. Show less
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Brigade Plans Officer
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Jun 2009 - Nov 2010
Led staff on medium and long-range project planning efforts for brigade and six sub-organizations of 3500 personnel. Briefed project reports to commanders and department leads. Coordinated final consolidation and editing of all staff planning products for publication and distribution. • Led brigade planning for Operation Enduring Freedom X-XI Campaign Plan that directed movement and employment of a 4000-Soldier Combined Task Force in combat.• Led crisis action planning to assume Global Response Force during Haiti earthquakes that postured a 900-Soldier Task Force for worldwide employment within days of notification.• Cited for “independent action with exceptional judgment” during external evaluations. Show less
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Assistant Operations Officer
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May 2008 - Dec 2008
Assisted in operations management of six sub-organizations with over 800 personnel, including planning and synchronization of all operations. Led all project planning efforts of the battalion staff to gather and analyze data, develop solutions, and provide recommended courses of action to the operations officer and commander.• Synchronized turn-in and reset of thousands of pieces of equipment following 15-month deployment with no losses and all equipment returned to 100% operational.• Hand-picked as project manager for design of an Excellence in Armor program to test proficiency of over 250 Soldiers, which became the standard for the 3500-Soldier brigade.• Selected as project manager for planning, training, risk mitigation, and support for a two-week annual intensive training event validating 70 armored vehicle crews. Show less
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Company Executive Officer
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May 2005 - May 2008
Led maintenance and logistics efforts for companies with over $150 million of equipment and up to 240 personnel. Ensured supply levels were maintained for enable continuous operations. Coordinated maintenance and evacuated inoperative equipment for repair. Served as Second in Command of organizations with up to 240 personnel.• Revamped supply system to regain and maintain accountability of $150 million of equipment in six locations in Iraq upon assuming duties.• Revised maintenance tracking and scheduling to increase readiness rate 98% and decrease repair wait times to negligible levels in combat.• Consistently rated “Among the Best” by senior leaders Show less
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Combat Engineer
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Jan 1993 - Dec 2004
Developed expertise in training, counseling, and leadership of small teams ranging from 3-30 Soldiers. Trained in demolitions, employment and removal of landmines, emplacement and integration of obstacles in defensive preparations, reduction of obstacles in offensive operations, and instruction methods for individuals and small groups. • Selected Best Drill Sergeant out of over 530 at US Army Infantry Center, 2003 • Selected Best US Army Noncommissioned Officer in Europe, 2000 • Selected Best Noncommissioned Officer in 173d Airborne Brigade, 2000 • Inducted into Sergeant Morales Leadership Club, 1999 • Selected Best US Army Retention Noncommissioned Officer in Southern Europe, 1999 Show less
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Education
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2015 - 2017
Auburn University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
2003 - 2007
American Military University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) -
1999 - 2003
Thomas Edison State College
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
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