EXPLORE EXPEREINCE
BOOK LORI

We build an ARMY of leaders

Equipping leaders and transforming organizations through leadership development, meaningful connection, and culture-building experiences.

A

Action

Turning leadership into meaningful action.

R

Relationships

Building connections that matter.

M

Mindset

Developing confident, purposeful leaders.

Y

Your Voice

Empowering students to speak, lead, and influence.

ARMY = Action • Relationships • Mindset • Your Voice

Empowering Students, Transforming Culture

  • Increased school engagement
  • Stronger leadership pipelines
  • Improved School Climate
  • A culture of connection and belonging

What people are saying

“

Lori CRUSHED it! She is so dynamic and motivating as she gets everybody fired up.

Ron Ippolito
President, California Association of Directors of Activities
“

Her ability to adapt her message to any audience makes her an ideal speaker for any event!

Vicki Carstens
Executive Director, Iowa Association of Student Councils
“

The passion and energy Lori brings to her work helps groom, grow, and empower our young people to be all they can be and more.

Dr. Kyle Hill
Principal, Howard High School of Technology

Trusted by schools, districts, and organizations to elevate student leadership.

20+ Years in
Education
Thousands Of Students
Impacted
100+ Schools &
Organizations
1 Mission: Building
Leaders

Trusted by schools, districts, and organizations to elevate student leadership.

PROGRAMS

LEADERSHIP BOOTCAMP

Train the leaders.

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CONNECT FEST

Build the connections.

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KEYNOTE SPEAKING

Inspire the action.

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Strengthen the culture.

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ABOUT DR. LORI L. HAYES

For over 25 years, Dr. Lori Hayes has been committed to developing leaders who lead with purpose, connection, and impact.

Through her experience as a classroom teacher, student activities coordinator, and club advisor, she brings firsthand insight into what it takes to develop leaders and build strong school communities.

  • Doctorate in Organizational Leadership, Learning, and Innovation
  • Certified international speaker and Leadership Expert
  • 25+ years in secondary and post-secondary education
  • Founder of Commissioned Leadership
“ My commission is to build connection, empower leaders, and create community.

THE NEED IS REAL

When stakeholders feel connected, they show up, engage, and succeed.

4 in 10 students do not report feeling connected to others at school. 2023, CDC
71% of teachers say their relationships with fellow teachers are a source of high job satisfaction. Pew Research, 2024
Work units with higher employee engagement had 78% lower absenteeism than those with lower engagement. Gallup, 2024
Students with a strong sense of belonging are 2.5x more likely to be engaged in school. Gallup, 2022

WHAT COMMISSIONED LEADERSHIP MEANS

WHAT IS COMMISSIONED LEADERSHIP?

Commissioned Leadership is a leadership company that partners with organizations to create connection, develop leaders, and strengthen culture through high-energy, purpose-driven experiences.

Commissioned (verb)

To call others to connect, create belonging, and build organizations where people feel valued, connected, and want to be.

At Commissioned Leadership, we believe every stakeholder is commissioned with a purpose. We create experiences that empower people to connect, lead with intention, and recognize their role in building a stronger, more connected community.

MORE THAN LEADERS.
A STRONGER TOMORROW.