At Positive Leadership, we’re driven by one universal outcome: thriving.
Founded by leadership and organizational development expert Adam Seaman, our work is built on the belief that progress—intentional, forward movement—is the key to lasting success for individuals, families, teams, organizations, and communities.
Our philosophy is simple but powerful: progression, not perfection. We focus on practical, real-world tools that help people and organizations move toward alignment—where all elements function optimally to produce positive outcomes. Contrast—where things feel “off” or out of sync—becomes a teacher, showing us where growth and action are needed.
We work across all sectors—corporate, non-profit, government, education, and healthcare—because thriving is universal. From individuals looking to improve their leadership capacity to large organizations striving to align their culture, we believe every step toward progress matters.
We take a human-centered approach to leadership development.
At Positive Leadership, we take a human-centered approach to leadership development.
We don’t believe in cookie-cutter solutions or buzzword-heavy theory. Instead, we invest in understanding you, your people, and your purpose. We listen, collaborate, and create pathways to positive action that drive meaningful outcomes.
Our work extends from community leadership development programs to healthcare teams facing high-stakes challenges and organizations navigating complex change. Whether it’s individual transformation or systemic progress, we bring a grounded, practical approach to every engagement.
When people thrive, organizations thrive. When organizations thrive, communities thrive. And when communities thrive, society moves forward.
At Positive Leadership, we don’t aim for the illusion of perfection—we aim for real progression that makes thriving possible for everyone.
Adam Seaman
Adam is the founder and content creator of Positive Leadership and CEO of Talent2Strength, with over 25 years of experience in coaching, leadership development, and organizational consulting. He is also the Executive Director of the Youth Philanthropy Initiative, where he empowers Tulsa teens to become grantmakers, change agents, and leaders.
Adam began his career with a deep passion for helping individuals and organizations grow. After working with companies and community organizations nationwide, he saw firsthand that traditional leadership tools were inaccurate and incomplete. This sparked a life-long mission to redefine leadership development with tools and strategies that drive real, measurable change.
Adam is a Gallup-Certified CliftonStrengths® Coach and was among the first coaches certified to teach the CliftonStrengths® methodology. He has worked with leaders and organizations across industries, developing unique content that takes strengths-based results to the next level of practical application.
As an Associate Professor of Leadership, Adam has taught leadership development for professionals and executives, helping leaders refine their skills and align their actions to achieve thriving workplace cultures.
Drawing from ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and years of hands-on experience, Adam developed Progression Theory—a transformative approach to unlocking personal, professional, and organizational growth. His tools replace outdated leadership practices with actionable strategies that build alignment, engagement, and sustainable progress.
When he’s not coaching leaders or facilitating growth, Adam embraces his quirky side, befriending local wildlife and zipping around on his electric unicycle.
It’s time to break free from traditional constraints and embrace a new era of leadership excellence.
Adam Seaman is here to guide the way.
His Top 5 CliftonStrengths themes are:
Strategic - Individualization - Ideation - Intellection - Input
Our Team
April Gordon
Senior Consultant
April Gordon joined the Positive Leadership team in 2022. Previously, April developed skills in strategic planning, organizational management and content development while working for several international organizations focused on promoting democracy and engaging civil society across Eurasia. She holds a BA in International Politics and Foreign Policy and a MA in Eurasian Studies from Georgetown University.
Charli Wheeler
Dir. of Client Services
Charli is from Missouri, where she is a mom of 3 grown children, a caregiver for her dad, and has 4 cats and a dog. She has an MBA, a Master’s in Management and Leadership, and is currently working on a Master’s in Psychology. She takes care of all the content creation, accounts management, and the day to day business at Positive Leadership.
Hannah Weaver
Project Manager
Hannah is a project manager with a talent for organization and turning big projects into manageable steps. She has experience working with diverse clients, including software companies and thought leaders, and takes a strategic approach to each initiative. At Positive Leadership, she creates custom systems and processes to help teams work effectively and stay on track toward their goals—all while sharing her home office with a lively dachshund.
Nelly de la Fuente
Designer
Nelly, a seasoned designer and illustrator from Mexico, has been bringing Positive Leadership’s ideas to life for over a decade. When not designing across the platform, she enjoys life with her two dogs – a Dalmatian and her “little gremlin.”
Jo Roberts
Writer
Jo combines her passion for research and writing to create content that aligns with any project’s tone and style. A future librarian in the making, she dreams of building welcoming spaces for children and families to discover a love of reading.
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