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Inspiring Growth. 

Developing Leaders.

Transforming Teams.

Where Insight & Inspiration meets Impact
The Leadership Lab with Mike Penninga

Hi there! I’m excited to help you unlock your team’s full potential with leadership training that’s practical, engaging, and designed to make a real difference—let’s work together to build stronger leaders and more connected teams who thrive.

Training & Coaching Services
That Will Boost Your Productivity

Coaching

1 on 1 and small groups

Workshops that Work

Interactive Skill-Building Sessions

Executive Team Development

Strategic Leadership Alignment for Boards and C-Suite Teams

Keynote Talks

Talks that Inspire and Equip

The Leadership Lab will bring you to the top.

Mike Penninga is a seasoned leadership facilitator renowned for his ability to transform teams and individuals through engaging, practical training. With over 30 years of leadership experience in non-profit and for-profit environments, he partners with organizations to spark "aha" moments that drive meaningful change. His workshops are celebrated for their relatability, warmth, and actionable insights, making him a trusted choice for leaders seeking to elevate their teams.
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Predator Ridge Resort
Mike Penninga is an exceptional coach and presenter. His knowledge, communication skills and passion for transforming our business has made an incredible difference to us in a very short period of time. His ability to understand the needs and make connections with our leadership team has been inspirational to us all here. We will continue to work with him to guide us on our journey toward improvement and excellence and cannot wait until our next session!
Rod Cochrane
General Manager Predator Ridge Resort
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