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LeadWell courses are grounded in a mix of real-world experience and theory. Our content comes from decades of executive leadership in global tech, with every course shaped by stories, tools, and strategies that have actually worked. We focus on actionable insights, values-based leadership, and helping people lead authentically in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

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Client Testimonials

“These courses offer simple and practical strategies around often challenging topics. The content is well-structured, easy to follow, and packed with useful takeaways without feeling overwhelming. I would especially recommend the “Addressing Burnout in Tech” for all leaders who want actionable tools to support resilience and well-being for their team.”

Jennifer B. Change & Culture Expert

“I recently took the "Navigating A Mid-Career Pivot in Tech" course and was blown away by the quality of content the team created. The course provided incredible frameworks for professional development and helped me gain new perspectives on leveraging my experience more strategically. The team behind this course clearly knows what they're doing, and I'd highly recommend checking out their full catalog of professional development offerings. ”

Pam C. Customer Success Manager

“I had the opportunity to work closely with LeadWell’s founders for several years and observed first-hand their thoughtful and supportive approach to leadership. Both Melissa and Milja prioritized strong communication and fostered an environment that combined both the need to achieve business goals with a recognition that each team member had something value to contribute; in short, they led with empathy. The LeadWell Collective is a manifestation of these leadership values and reflects their wisdom and years of experience, all distilled into a series of easy-to-consume modules. Whether you're early in your career needing foundational guidance, or later in your corporate trajectory seeking to navigate challenging work environments, The LeadWell Collective can be of enormous benefit both for its insightful course materials and its valuable community framework. Highly recommend!”

Mary Gramaglia, Cloud Team Leader, Influencer, Mentor and Coach

Founders & Facilitators

Milja Saari-Hembruff

LeadWell Coach

Milja Saari (Gillespie) is a tech leader with deep experience in business strategy and talent development. Over the last two decades, she has been dedicated to building teams, developing top-performers, and empowered women, resulting in exceptional business results. Milja enjoyes empowering leaders across all stages of their professional journey. She brings a wealth of knowledge and strengths in areas such as digital transformation, enterprise business development and leadership development. Known for her empathetic leadership style and strategic insight, Milja is driven by a mission to help people unlock potential and lead with confidence.

Melissa Walters-Corfield

LeadWell Coach

Melissa is a seasoned executive and a passionate advocate for purpose-driven leadership. She has dedicated her career to developing talent in the tech industry and delivered exceptional business results. Pursuing her Master’s in Leadership, Executive Leadership Specialization, she champions a purpose-driven approach that aligns people, culture, and results. With a career rooted in global tech and transformation, Melissa is committed to creating inclusive spaces where people can grow, lead, and thrive.