About Warrior Leadership
Leadership Isn't Learned in a Classroom. It's Forged Through Experience.
Every leader faces moments that test their ability to communicate, build trust, navigate conflict, and inspire others. The challenge is that most professionals are promoted into leadership roles without ever being taught how to lead people effectively. That's where Warrior Leadership comes in.
We help organizations, teams, and individuals develop practical leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills that create stronger cultures, healthier teams, and more confident leaders. Through immersive workshops, coaching, assessments, and experiential learning, we equip leaders with tools they can apply immediately—in the workplace and in life.
Because leadership isn't about authority. It's about influence.
Why We Exist
Too many organizations struggle with:
- Poor communication
- Unresolved conflict
- Team dysfunction
- Low trust
- Leadership burnout
- Lack of accountability
We've seen firsthand how these challenges affect performance, morale, and relationships.
Our mission is simple:
To develop leaders who communicate with confidence, resolve conflict with skill, and create cultures where people thrive.
meet your trainers
Jeff Herold
For more than three decades, Jeff has led people in some of the most demanding environments imaginable.
His experience spans military service, law enforcement, forensic science, leadership development, and organizational training. Throughout his career, one lesson remained constant:
Technical expertise may earn respect, but leadership is what creates lasting impact.
Jeff retired after distinguished careers in both law enforcement and the United States Air Force Reserve, where he achieved the rank of Chief Master Sergeant—a distinction earned by only a small percentage of service members.
Today, Jeff helps leaders develop the communication and leadership skills necessary to build trust, strengthen relationships, and navigate difficult conversations with confidence.
Mike Ogle
Mike spent more than two decades leading teams in high-pressure environments where communication, accountability, and trust could never be optional.
A retired First Sergeant and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) leader, Mike served multiple combat deployments while developing and mentoring leaders at every level of an organization.
His passion for teaching eventually led him to train military personnel, law enforcement officers, and professionals around the world.
Today, Mike brings practical leadership principles and real-world experience into every workshop, helping participants become more effective leaders both personally and professionally.
Henry Maynard, MSFS, PMP
With more than 15 years of experience in forensic science, project and portfolio management, training, quality assurance, and research, Henry Maynard has built a reputation for leading meaningful change and developing high-performing teams.
As the founder and lead instructor of Minds of Distinction, Henry combines strategic thinking and real-world experience to help organizations strengthen communication, navigate change, and achieve lasting results. His ability to build strategic partnerships and drive improvement at the team, organizational, and industry levels makes him a trusted guide for leaders seeking growth and transformation.
Passionate about leadership development, Henry equips individuals and teams with practical strategies that foster collaboration, accountability, and long-term success.
Jeff Herold
Jeff Herold, founder of Warrior Leadership, started his professional career on active duty Army as a Military Police Working Dog Handler. After leaving five years of active duty Army service, he enlisted in the Air Force (Reserve) to continue his military career while simultaneously embarking on a career in civilian law enforcement.
In his civilian career, Detective Jeff Herold, spent seven years as a patrol officer and eleven years as a Crime Scene Investigator. He held numerous certifications such as Certified Latent Print Examiner, Field Training Officer, Crime Scene Technician, Identification Technician, and General Instructor. He had the privilege of teaching forensic related training to law enforcement officers from across the State of Georgia at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center as well as new officers in the New Officer Basic Course (NOBC) at his home agency. Jeff retired from the Athens-Clarke County Police Department after 18 years.
In the Air Force Reserve, Jeff was promoted to the rank of Chief Master Sergeant, a rank attained by only the top 1% of the force. He had the honor of deploying overseas and spending time mobilized in support of Operations Secure Tomorrow, as well as Iraqi/Enduring Freedom. He served in various leadership roles from first line supervisor, all the way up to superintendent of a super squadron of 200 members, and lastly as Functional Area Manager for the Air Transportation Career Field at the Air Force Reserve Command Headquarters at Robins AFB, Georgia. Jeff retired from reserve military service in 2018.
Most recently, Jeff worked for eight years at a federal forensic laboratory serving in an operations capacity. He spent seven of his eight years teaching leadership and professional development to scientists and staff while performing change management initiatives. Jeff earned his Bachelors of Science in Management from National Louis University and Masters certificate from the University of Florida.
Jeff is committed to active service in his community. As a continuation from his law enforcement career, he volunteers his time teaching Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events and Stop the Bleed training courses. He has delivered life-saving skills to more than 4,000 members across the state and in his community.
PROFESSIONAL MILITARY TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- Certified Facilitator – Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset (Arbinger Institute)
- Certified Facilitator – Leadership Effectiveness Training (Gordon Training Institute)
- TSA Dept of Homeland Security – Instructor Development Certification
- Maxwell Leadership Certified Trainer, Speaker, and Coach
- Certified Facilitator – Six Types of Working Genius
U.S. AIR FORCE
- Chief Master Sergeant Leadership Course
- Senior Non-Commissioned Officers Academy
- Non-Commissioned Officers Academy
- Contingency War Planning Course
- Air Force Strategic Operations for the 21st Century (AFSO 21)
- Professional Manager’s Certification – Community College of the Air Force
U.S. Army
- Organizational Leadership Development Course
- Civilian Education System Advanced Course
- Action Officer Leadership Course
- Supervisor Development Course
- HR for Supervisor’s Course
Mike Ogle
Mike Ogle served 23 years in the U.S. Army as an active-duty Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician. In his military career, he served four combat tours of duty supporting Operation Iraqi/Enduring Freedom and Operation New Dawn (Afghanistan). He served in a myriad of leadership roles from team and squad leader to platoon sergeant. Because of his exceptional communication and technical skills, he was hand selected for a three-year instructor position at the NAVSCOLEOD which is the joint services EOD Training Facility at Eglin AFB, FL. Mike trained technicians from all branches of service and achieved the position of Senior Instructor. Mike retired at the rank of First Sergeant overseeing a company of 75 soldiers.
Realizing his passion for training, Mike deployed to the Middle East as a Civilian serving as a contracted instructor to the Afghan and Iraq police. He provided lifesaving instruction on Counter (Improvised Explosive Device) IED techniques to more than 5000 Foreign National Law Enforcement Officers.
Most recently, Mike worked for six years at a federal forensic laboratory serving in an operations capacity. He spent five of his six years teaching leadership and professional development to scientists and staff.
Committed to public service, Mike provides Stop the Bleed/Disaster Response Training in the community and officiates middle and high school football for the Georgia High School Athletic Association.
Mike has been married to his beautiful wife Mindy for 31 years. They have been blessed with three children and four grandchildren that he takes pride in being an influential part of their lives.
PROFESSIONAL MILITARY TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- Certified Leader Effectiveness Training (LET) Facilitator Gordon Training Institute (GTI)
- Dept of Homeland Security – Instructor Development Certification
U.S. Army
- First Sergeant’s Academy
- Course Curriculum Development Course
- Basic Instructor Course
- Advanced Non-Commissioned Officers Course
- Basic Non-Commissioned Officers Course
- Primary Leader Development Course
What Makes Warrior Leadership Different?
Many leadership programs focus on theory. We focus on transformation.
Our workshops are built around:
Practical Application
Participants leave with tools they can use immediately.
Experiential Learning
Learning happens through engagement, not lectures.
Real-World Leadership Experience
Our training is informed by decades of leadership in military, law enforcement, government, and organizational environments.
Human-Centered Leadership
We teach leaders how to build trust, strengthen relationships, and create cultures where people perform at their best.
The Result
When leaders learn to communicate clearly, manage conflict effectively, and lead with confidence:
- Teams become stronger
- Trust increases
- Accountability improves
- Relationships grow
- Performance follows
"Mr. Herold's facilitation of the L.E.T. workshop was extremely effective! Fantastic course for improving relationships both at home and work."
- Christian M.
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