Forging Modern Leaders with History’s Lessons
Immersive leadership experiences at iconic battlefields. We immerse leaders in transformational programs at historic sites like Gettysburg, Normandy, and Pearl Harbor. In these crucibles of the past, you’ll learn to thrive in rapidly changing, high-pressure environments – developing the resilience, service-driven mindset, and values-based decision-making skills needed to lead with confidence.
Our Story & Mission
Born from a deep appreciation of the lessons embedded in pivotal moments of history, the Lincoln Leadership Institute was founded to unlock the transformative power of those lessons for today’s leaders.
Our mission is clear: we equip leaders to perform and produce in rapidly changing, stressful environments, using timeless battlefield principles to drive real results for modern organizations – including tangible improvements to team performance and even your bottom line.
As pioneers of experiential leadership development, we take you out of the boardroom and into the field. Literally. Our unique methodology brings you to the very sites where history was made – from the fields of Gettysburg to the beaches of Normandy – and connects past events to present-day leadership challenges.
By learning through immersive experience rather than lectures, you gain unforgettable insights into courage, strategy, and character. You’ll walk away not only inspired, but also armed with practical tools and perspectives to lead your organization more effectively (and ethically) in the face of adversity. It’s leadership training grounded in history and tailored for your future.
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A Word from Our Founder
“When I first walked the fields of Gettysburg, I realized the greatest leadership lessons aren’t just in history books – they’re embedded in the very ground where courage, character, and decisive action changed the course of nations. That revelation sparked a mission: to transform how leaders are developed by immersing them in the crucibles where leadership was tested under ultimate pressure.”
“Today’s leaders face unprecedented challenges – rapidly changing markets, complex global dynamics, and the need to inspire teams in uncertain times. The principles that guided Lincoln, drove commanders at D-Day, and sustained leaders through our nation’s most defining moments are not relics of the past. They are timeless truths that, when understood and applied, create transformational results in modern organizations.”
“At Lincoln Leadership Institute, we don’t just teach theory – we forge leaders of character through experiences that challenge, inspire, and fundamentally change how you see yourself and your capacity to lead. When you walk in the footsteps of history’s greatest leaders, you discover you’re capable of far more than you ever imagined.”
— Steve Wiley, Founder
Meet Our Expert Faculty
Learn from a team of seasoned facilitators – including historians, licensed battlefield guides, military veterans, and former executives – who bring history’s lessons to life for modern application. Each member of our faculty is not only an expert in leadership development, but also deeply passionate about teaching through storytelling and experience. They will challenge and inspire you, translating historic insights into actionable strategies you can use in your organization.
Joseph E. Mieczkowski
Licensed Battlefield Guide
Retired Federal Executive and educator with degrees from Salem College and Penn State, bringing extensive government and educational experience.
Dr. Jared Peatman
Director of Curriculum
Director of Curriculum and accomplished historian with Ph.D. from Texas A&M University, leading innovative leadership education programs.
Dr. Judy Morley
Author, Entrepreneur, Historian, Speaker
Ph.D. in History of the American West, bringing historical perspective to modern leadership challenges.
“The most powerful performance training available.”
- USA TODAY
Ready to Transform Your Leadership?
Don’t settle for ordinary training. Experience the leadership journey of a lifetime on hallowed ground – or let us bring the experience to you. Join one of our upcoming open-enrollment programs to see the transformation firsthand, or contact us to design a customized leadership development initiative tailored to your organization’s needs. Wherever you are on your leadership path, we’ll meet you there and help elevate you to new heights.