About Us

In the world of business, stagnation can feel like a heavy weight shackling growth and opportunity. For many CEOs in small to mid-sized businesses, the fear of an unexpected leadership transition looms large. David McGlennen, founder of Impact Leadership Consulting, LLC, knows this struggle all too well. Forced into leadership at an early age after the sudden passing of his father, David became the CEO of their consulting firm, navigating an unpredictable landscape without the roadmap that many take for granted.

After a successful 32-year career in the insurance industry, David recognized a recurring theme: businesses were unprepared for leadership transitions, stunting their growth and leaving them vulnerable. This personal experience ignited a passion within him to foster the development of the next generation of leaders, ensuring they would never face such challenges unarmed. Thus, in 2015, Impact Leadership Consulting was born, aiming to equip businesses with the tools necessary for effective succession planning and leadership enhancement.

Through workshops, business coaching, and executive retreats, utilizing the proven xchange Approach developed at Case Western Reserve University, David and his team transform stagnated organizations into thriving success stories. Their proven methods have empowered hundreds of emerging leaders, facilitating career advancements and steering companies through tumultuous times, including the recent global pandemic.

David's extensive expertise—from being a Certified Guide with the xchange Approach to sharing stages with renowned figures like John C. Maxwell—places him among the leading voices in leadership development. His remarkable journey—complete with seven half-Ironman triathlons and experiences as a flight instructor—serves as a testament to his commitment to growth and excellence.

At Impact Leadership Consulting, clients step into a structured path toward leadership readiness: 1) Schedule a call to discuss growth opportunities, 2) Identify key areas for leadership development, 3) Launch a tailored plan that enrolls and elevates leaders to meet the challenges ahead. With David's guidance, businesses not only prepare for leadership transitions but flourish through them, turning potential crises into pivotal moments of growth.