Leadership

Leadership is essential in America today!

Leadership is essential in every facet of American life. From business to non- profits, education to houses of worship, from local and state governments to community organizations and business associations, leadership development is critical. But you cannot listen to the news on the radio, see the headlines on the TV, click onto your favorite social media platforms, or just live your daily life without hearing, seeing, and experiencing a lack of strong leadership!

There is, oftentimes, a huge gap between what we expect in our personal and professional life and what we actually experience in our life. That gap exists due to a lack of leadership.

Speaker’s Reel

Statement of Beliefs

WHY WE DO IT

Leadership and Culture

At Fort Leadership we believe that strong leadership throughout the organization is the company’s best chance for success. Leadership is required to create a healthy corporate culture. A healthy corporate culture inspires, motivates, and engages every member of the team. It requires that every member of the team become the best version of themselves both personally and professionally.

Focus on People

At Fort Leadership we believe that people are a company’s greatest asset. That is why we focus on People. People with purpose and passion result in pinnacle performance. It is people that discovered the kingdom of flight. It is people that build glistening cities. It is people who find cures for human disease. When you capture the hearts and minds of people, they will grow personally and professionally in a healthy corporate culture.

Promote Teamwork

At Fort Leadership and Sales Consulting, we believe that teamwork is, indeed, the ultimate competitive advantage. Teamwork is the people’s ability to interact with one another in a respectful and professional manner for a specified purpose. A healthy corporate culture fosters that teamwork, engages and retains top talent, elevates the customer experience and results in increased revenue!

our founder

Andy Kalajian

My name is Andy Kalajian. I spent 33 years of my corporate life in the healthcare arena where I was fortunate to experience a wealth of strong leadership. Unfortunately, I have also experienced the “gap” of poor leadership. As a healthcare executive I built my business on the principles of personal and professional leadership which I discovered by reading books by many of America’s leading authors. I worked hard to apply those leadership principles to my business in corporate America. I found my success in the proper application of those leadership principles.

Fort Leadership and Sales Consulting

Fort Leadership and Sales Consulting was founded in 2019 to step into the gap. Fort Leadership provides world class leadership training for CEOs, Executives, and Corporate Leadership Teams. In addition, Andy provides personal and professional leadership coaching. As a Keynote Speaker Andy delivers inspirational and motivational Keynote talks. At Fort Leadership and Sales Consulting, we are pleased to offer a character-based Consultative Sales skills training curriculum through the online Sales and Marketing Academy. Andy is a Certified John Maxwell Leadership trainer, speaker, and coach. He delivers the leadership training courses and programs utilized by many of the country’s leading Fortune 500 companies.

Welcome to Fort Leadership and Sales Consulting! We are glad that you are here. At Fort Leadership and Sales Consulting, we bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be.

our services

What We Offer

CORPORATE

Leadership Training

Investing in your team with a Maxwell Leadership Training program will provide numerous benefits for your company. It will improve leadership skills for new managers, increase employee engagement, boost employee morale and motivation, and provide a structured learning approach that allows team members to apply what they have learned immediately. Investing in the personal and professional growth of team members will lead to improved performance, increased productivity and greater employee satisfaction, which will ultimately improve the customer experience. Corporate Leadership Training is ideal as:
  • Lunch & Learns.
  • Customized half day, full day, and 2 day leadership training activities.
  • An accelerator to Post M & A organizational teams integration.
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EXECUTIVE GROUP TRAINING

The Mastermind

The sum of two minds thinking together on the same topic is greater than their individual parts. They are, together, a mastermind group. Take a growth journey with us, a group of emotionally and intellectually invested thinkers. Together we will grow in the richness of Maxwell's teachings. Maxwell's thought leadership on the topics of Leadership, Sales, Communication, Coaching, Speaking and more are heralded by the great business leaders of our time as essential truths to work and live by. Your group will learn and grow together as you share experiences, best practices, and ideas. Be intentional. Grow deliberately. You are invited to experience what so many great business minds already know. There is power in the mastermind.
  • Business owners.
  • Executives.
  • Managers.
  • Number of Sessions: 8
  • Cadence: One 90-minute session/week for 8 weeks
  • Book and Study guide binder
  • Number of Sessions: 8
  • Cadence: One 90-minute session/week for 8 weeks
  • Book and Study guide binder
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KEYNOTE

Speaker

If you are looking for a motivational and inspirational speaker to set the tone and tenor for your business, industry conference, non-profit organization, personal or professional civic organization, church, or school you need to look no further than Andy Kalajian. With Andy you're going to have fun and he's going to make you laugh. He's going to bring energy and he's going to give your team something they can act upon right away. His Signature Keynote Address is Transformational Thought in Action- discovering the map to your success!
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PERSONAL AND

Professional Coaching

Imagine having someone in your corner who has your best interest at heart. Someone who sees you for who you can be. Andy is an excellent listener. He will help you to identify your personal and professional objectives. He will help you bring clarity and purpose to those objectives. Together you will uncover the obstacles that block you from achieving what you really want from your life and your career. Andy will hold you to account because he wants success and fulfillment for you as much as you want it for yourself. Working with Andy is transformative. If you want to go deep and end up on top, the Maxwell Method of Coaching from Andy Kalajian can be the most transformative experience you may ever encounter.
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CONSULTATIVE

Sales Training

People buy from people that they know, like, and trust. As a high commission medical device sales executive with a 33-year career in the healthcare arena, Andy knows that it begins with Trust! He had to establish trust with orthopedic surgeons, to be invited back into the operating room and serve on their teams as they worked to help patients regain pain-free mobility.

Andy Kalajian is on Faculty at the Sales and Marketing Academy where he wrote and delivered the consultative sales training curriculum. Andy's Sales training is unique because it is based on character and integrity. Andy says that his sales training is an inside out process! The curriculum is online so you will have it for your library for years to come. You can always return to it for new understanding and new insights.

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DIVERSITY,

Equity & Inclusion

The world is changing! The American work force is changing. But one thing that is not changing is America is still leading! As a leader, it is our responsibility to connect with people. All people. People want and need to be inspired, to be motivated, to be engaged, to be heard and understood, to feel secure, and to be a part of something bigger than themselves. As leaders it is our responsibility to create that environment for people to thrive, to reach their highest goals and aspirations. This Diversity, Equity & Inclusion training can provide the insurance that your organization needs to stay healthy.
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A Lifetime of Learning and Growing

Contact me now to discuss your business, your organization, or your personal career growth needs.

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TESTIMONIALS

What our clients say

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Fort Leadership’s training of Maxwell’s 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth was inspirational to the JAKTOOL Family. Not only did Andy’s lessons help guide the trajectory of the organization but they became the seeds for JAKTOOL’s core values.
Jeff Kinsberg, Founder and Visionary, JAKTOOL
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Andy’s Consultative Sales Curriculum is a great introduction to self-reflection and awareness that is the foundation for great relationships. Andy’s love for others and their success is infectious and radiates throughout his course and coaching.
Chris Gandy, Director of Business Development, JAKTOOL
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Hi Andy! Many thanks for your amazing presentation last night. Your presentation was the BEST I have ever attended since joining the program. Thank you for so generously sharing your stories and wonderful "character" lessons. Grateful for you and the message!
Kim J., Senior Consultant, Deloitte
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Although a little biased, anyone that he gets a chance to build relationships with is beyond blessed to receive his gift.
Mallory Kalajian (Andy’s Daughter) High Commission Clothier
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Anybody that is going to hear Andy Kalajian will come out feeling really good.
Paula Fine, Senior Living Consultant
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You're gonna have fun and he's going to make you laugh. He's gonna bring energy and he's gonna give your team something they can act upon right away.
Bruce Pulver, Author, Healthcare Marketing
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Andy really makes you think hard about who you are.
Mary Miller Fazio, Financial Planner
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Beyond just networking, he talked a lot about character!
Anthony Chen, Financial Planner
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Incredible information, very positive, very encouraging.
Dr. John Webster, Chiropractor
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A servant leader, very genuine in his approach.
Ed Rodriquez, Financial Services Professional
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When I think of Andy, I think of the word energy!
Elaine Harris, Business Development
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Andy- the Team loved having you. Multiple buyers have picked up books you recommended. Great Job!
Paul B., President, Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Company
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Thank you Andy for you're passionate and energetic presentation. It has a lasting effect on me. I will definitely look into this list. Thank you. Thank you,
Adam D., Regional Buyer
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Enjoyed your energy, your presentation, and talking with you a few months ago as well as this week.
Jeff C., Industrial Equipment Business Development
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Andy, Your class was outstanding. I'm grateful I was able to attend and my mindset on my career transition got a major boost from having done so. I'm excited to apply the things I learned going forward and starting today. I'd love to get more of your insight, if and when it's convenient to you, on a short 10 minute call or over a cup of coffee sometime. Thank you again!
Brendan W., Mortgage Underwriter
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Hi Andy, it was such a pleasure meeting you and hearing your amazing presentation! I loved it and really am a big believer in the power of manifestation and feeding our mind healthy thoughts. Thanks again and hope to see you around in Alpharetta!
Natalie S., Director Business Development, Banker
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Your session was great.
Ilene S., Assistant Director, EY Consulting
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It was more helpful than I can express, thank you! I look forward to connecting
Cheston B., Cyber Security
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I attended your workshop yesterday at RUMC. Thank you for serving in such way, all the information, and encouragement. Great stories are hard to forget:) Yes, I plan on attending RUMC again. Enjoy the rest of your week Andy. With gratitude : )
Rosa G., Internal Revenue Service
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Thanks so much for connecting with me! Thanks for ALL the GREAT information you shared last night! I was thrilled to already apply some of the information that you shared tonight!
Larry W., Banking
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Thank you Andy for the great message! I truly enjoyed it! The recording you took, was that a sharable audio? Some of your teachings I feel my husband could benefit from hearing. I took lots of notes but its not the same. You will see me again. Thank you for sharing your story with us!
Ashley B., Creative Designer
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Andy, Thank you for your time and the great content. I look forward to fostering our connection.
Thanks! Roman, VP Sales Operations
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Hi, Andy- Excellent presentation!
B. Ford, Capital Partners
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You message was very inspirational for my career transition. Thank you for taking time to share.
Roger R., IT Project Manager
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Hi Andy! Thank you so much for taking the time to speak at RUMC on Monday night. I enjoyed your workshop and learned a few things that will help me in my search.
Doug O., IT Business Analysis Manager
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Thanks Andy. That was a very powerful presentation and your message was spot on. I am reviewing the notes I took.
Joe C., Plant Manager
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Andy, great meeting you today at RUMC. Really appreciate your energy and positive message. Let’s connect and continue the conversation! Cheers,
Juan C., Marketing Manager
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Hi Andy, I was in your class at RUMC yesterday. I thought you were awesome! I would love to connect with you.
Susan B., Regional Sales Manager, SaaS
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Hi Andy, It was such a pleasure meeting you today! I really enjoyed our time together and connecting. Your experiences and insights were fun to learn about and resonated with me. Thanks for your helpful suggestion regarding posting on LinkedIn. I wish you continued success and look forward to staying in touch.
Mark Y,

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