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Bridge Builder
LEADERSHIP COHORT

RELATIONALLY-CENTERED LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCE

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Leadership isn’t just about strategy or process—it’s about connection.

In a world where division and disconnection are on the rise, the ability to truly connect and lead others has never been more critical. Without relational leadership, teams feel unheard, misunderstood, and unfulfilled. Over time, that disconnection erodes trust, stifles creativity, and weakens culture.

Authentic Relational Leadership goes beyond performance—it builds trust, fuels innovation, and creates cultures where people thrive together.

The Bridge Builder Leadership Cohort is an immersive journey for leaders who refuse to settle for the status quo. Through shared experience, introspection, peer coaching, and practical tools, you’ll strengthen your relational presence, foster psychological safety, and lead with authenticity—so your team, your organization, and your results can flourish.

WHAT should you expect?

The Bridge Builder Leadership Cohort isn’t your typical leadership program—it’s for leaders who desire to lead with more authenticity, courage, and connection. Relationally rooted in our Bridge Builder philosophy and framework, the cohort creatively guides a diverse group of 12 leaders through a journey of self-awareness, empathy, and collective impact. Together, they’re equipped as Authentic Relational Leaders, ready to transform their teams, organizations, and community one relationship at a time. More Details

DAVID “DAE-LEE” ARRINGTON | Founder, Certified Professional Career Coach, and Lead Facilitator

David "Dae-Lee" Arrington

LEADERS served

We serve leaders at the following organizations.

  • The Humana logo, featuring a stylized blue shape above the company name in black text. A Bridge Builder Consulting client.
  • Gray and black logo of the YMCA with a stylized 'Y' and the words 'the YMCA' beside it. A Bridge Builder Consulting client.
  • Bank of America
  • Blumenthal Performing Arts
  • LendingTree
  • Leading on Opportunity
  • The Harvest Center
  • Digital Charlotte
  • Arts & Science Council
  • Wray Ward
  • Dupp&Swat
  • Hope Haven
  • Hue House
  • Team Whistle
  • The Light Factory
  • Wells Fargo logo in gray text on a black background. A Bridge Builder Consulting client.
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Objectives

  • Leaders will be introduced to Bridge Builder's key relational and equity-based terms.

  • Leaders will be exposed to the LARA method for navigating difficult conversations.

  • Leaders will discuss the value of difference and how inequity impacts people groups differently.

  • Leaders will practice cultivating authentic relationships across difference with their fellow cohort members.

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outcomes

  • Equipped leaders who can communicate why relationships are key to bridge-building and addressing inequity.

  • Confident leaders who are equipped to overcome fragility to build respect, earn trust, and find common ground in difficult conversations.

  • Self-aware leaders who are more culturally competent, and can positively contribute to a greater sense of belonging for others.

  • Connected leaders who possess authentic relationships and a supportive camaraderie forged with a diverse group of leaders.

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COMPONENTS

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In an effort to cultivate a safe environment for leaders truly interested in developing authentic relationships across difference, each cohort is curated creating the most dynamic experience for its members.

If you’re interested in joining, use the button below to submit your request, and a time will be scheduled to discuss availability, session schedule, as well as the associated cost.