George Engel | Leadership Speaker, Coach, Educator, and Founder of the 23Lead Brand
George Engel is a seasoned leadership coach, keynote speaker, educator, and the founder of GE Leadership Group and the 23Lead brand. With over 30 years of experience in education, ministry, and leadership development, George brings a rare and authentic blend of inspiration, wisdom, and practical application to every stage, boardroom, and team he works with.
Through his signature 23Lead framework—rooted in the timeless truths of Psalm 23—George challenges the conventional top-down view of leadership by teaching leaders how to thrive and lead from the middle. His model centers around five pillars that all great leaders embody: Empower, Vision, Security, Development, and Legacy. These pillars align with the responsibilities of a shepherd leader—one who provides, guides, protects, teaches, and leaves a lasting impact. In a world where many leaders feel stuck, unseen, or powerless in their roles, George helps them unlock influence, regardless of their position.
George’s recent work has gained traction for its resonance with what he calls “The Powerless Leader”—those individuals in organizations who have responsibility but little to no authority. These are educators, team leaders, assistant managers, or faith-based leaders who feel undervalued or unheard yet are in prime positions to make an impact. Drawing from his experience as a classroom teacher and pastor—leading peers and communities without positional power—George equips these often-overlooked leaders with the mindset and tools to influence upward, lead laterally, and grow personally.
His upcoming book, The Powerless Leader, unpacks 12 transformational principles for leading yourself, leading up, and leading alongside. Each principle is rooted in real-world experiences, research-backed leadership theory, and George’s deeply held belief: You don’t need a title to make a difference; you just need a plan and the courage to act.
The 23Lead brand was born from George’s deep reflection on Psalm 23 and his decades of leadership experience. The five pillars of 23Lead are both a personal philosophy and a practical framework:
- Empower: Leaders give strength to others. George teaches how to inspire confidence, identify potential, and activate action in those you serve.
- Vision: Leaders see farther. He guides organizations and individuals to clarify their purpose and cast a compelling vision others want to follow.
- Security: Leaders provide safety. In uncertain environments, George helps teams build trust and cultures where people thrive.
- Development: Leaders grow people. With a strong foundation in teaching and coaching, George designs experiences that stretch capacity and capability.
- Legacy: Leaders think beyond themselves. He equips leaders to build systems, people, and values that last well beyond their tenure.
Whether speaking to corporate leaders, nonprofit teams, school administrators, or faith-based communities, George tailors his talks to show how these timeless truths apply in today’s rapidly shifting world of work.
George has delivered keynote speeches, training sessions, and masterclasses for a wide variety of audiences, from small businesses to G-suite executives, from mid-sized nonprofits to multi-generational teams navigating complex cultural shifts. His coaching and consulting work combines tools like the Maxwell DISC Personality Assessment, John Maxwell’s 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, and High Road Leadership, with his frameworks like CLEAR (Communication, Leadership, Equipping, Attitude, and Relationships) and 23Lead.
Popular presentations include:
- "Raising Your Lid: The Power of Personal Growth in Leadership"
- "Bridging the Generational Gap" – helping teams connect across age and experience
- "High Road Leadership" – cultivating character and integrity in a competitive world
- "The Powerless Leader" – equipping leaders with no formal authority to create powerful impact
In every session, George combines storytelling, strategy, and spirit. His audiences walk away with more than motivation—they leave with actionable insights and a renewed belief in their ability to lead.
Before launching the GE Leadership Group and 23Lead, George was a classroom teacher and instructional leader for over 30 years. He understands the challenges of leading from the middle—managing up, mentoring peers, and motivating students—all without formal authority. This practical experience and pastoral leadership ground his message in empathy, clarity, and integrity.
Today, George continues to serve both the business and faith-based worlds. As a pastor, he ministers to leaders who are burning out, losing clarity, or facing transition. As a coach, he challenges high performers to rise with humility and purpose. As a speaker, he stands in front of crowds and reminds them that they were made for influence and that leadership starts right where they are.
George works with teams and organizations that are ready to:
- Improve communication across departments and generations
- Clarify leadership vision and values
- Build a culture of empowerment, trust, and growth
- Create a legacy that lives beyond individual leaders
He offers:
- Keynotes and breakout sessions for conferences
- Leadership training and coaching packages
- DISC assessments with one-on-one coaching
- Masterclasses on communication, teamwork, and influence
- Faith-based leadership talks and workshops for churches and nonprofits
George Engel delivers if your audience needs a speaker who understands the pressure of leadership, the beauty of teamwork, and the path from being stuck to being influential. His presentations are marked by clarity, connection, and conviction.
Whether you’re looking to develop emerging leaders, challenge a high-level executive team, or inspire a cross-functional staff, George will customize his message to meet your organization's needs. His passion is helping people feel seen, heard, and equipped and developing leaders who lead well and finish well.
Let’s build leaders who empower others, cast vision, create safety, foster growth, and leave a legacy.
George Engel | Leadership Speaker, Coach, Educator, and Founder of the 23Lead Brand
George Engel is a seasoned leadership coach, keynote speaker, educator, and the founder of GE Leadership Group and the 23Lead brand. With over 30 years of experience in education, ministry, and leadership development, George brings a rare and authentic blend of inspiration, wisdom, and practical application to every stage, boardroom, and team he works with.
Through his signature 23Lead framework—rooted in the timeless truths of Psalm 23—George challenges the conventional top-down view of leadership by teaching leaders how to thrive and lead from the middle. His model centers around five pillars that all great leaders embody: Empower, Vision, Security, Development, and Legacy. These pillars align with the responsibilities of a shepherd leader—one who provides, guides, protects, teaches, and leaves a lasting impact. In a world where many leaders feel stuck, unseen, or powerless in their roles, George helps them unlock influence, regardless of their position.
George’s recent work has gained traction for its resonance with what he calls “The Powerless Leader”—those individuals in organizations who have responsibility but little to no authority. These are educators, team leaders, assistant managers, or faith-based leaders who feel undervalued or unheard yet are in prime positions to make an impact. Drawing from his experience as a classroom teacher and pastor—leading peers and communities without positional power—George equips these often-overlooked leaders with the mindset and tools to influence upward, lead laterally, and grow personally.
His upcoming book, The Powerless Leader, unpacks 12 transformational principles for leading yourself, leading up, and leading alongside. Each principle is rooted in real-world experiences, research-backed leadership theory, and George’s deeply held belief: You don’t need a title to make a difference; you just need a plan and the courage to act.
The 23Lead brand was born from George’s deep reflection on Psalm 23 and his decades of leadership experience. The five pillars of 23Lead are both a personal philosophy and a practical framework:
- Empower: Leaders give strength to others. George teaches how to inspire confidence, identify potential, and activate action in those you serve.
- Vision: Leaders see farther. He guides organizations and individuals to clarify their purpose and cast a compelling vision others want to follow.
- Security: Leaders provide safety. In uncertain environments, George helps teams build trust and cultures where people thrive.
- Development: Leaders grow people. With a strong foundation in teaching and coaching, George designs experiences that stretch capacity and capability.
- Legacy: Leaders think beyond themselves. He equips leaders to build systems, people, and values that last well beyond their tenure.
Whether speaking to corporate leaders, nonprofit teams, school administrators, or faith-based communities, George tailors his talks to show how these timeless truths apply in today’s rapidly shifting world of work.
George has delivered keynote speeches, training sessions, and masterclasses for a wide variety of audiences, from small businesses to G-suite executives, from mid-sized nonprofits to multi-generational teams navigating complex cultural shifts. His coaching and consulting work combines tools like the Maxwell DISC Personality Assessment, John Maxwell’s 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, and High Road Leadership, with his frameworks like CLEAR (Communication, Leadership, Equipping, Attitude, and Relationships) and 23Lead.
Popular presentations include:
- "Raising Your Lid: The Power of Personal Growth in Leadership"
- "Bridging the Generational Gap" – helping teams connect across age and experience
- "High Road Leadership" – cultivating character and integrity in a competitive world
- "The Powerless Leader" – equipping leaders with no formal authority to create powerful impact
In every session, George combines storytelling, strategy, and spirit. His audiences walk away with more than motivation—they leave with actionable insights and a renewed belief in their ability to lead.
Before launching the GE Leadership Group and 23Lead, George was a classroom teacher and instructional leader for over 30 years. He understands the challenges of leading from the middle—managing up, mentoring peers, and motivating students—all without formal authority. This practical experience and pastoral leadership ground his message in empathy, clarity, and integrity.
Today, George continues to serve both the business and faith-based worlds. As a pastor, he ministers to leaders who are burning out, losing clarity, or facing transition. As a coach, he challenges high performers to rise with humility and purpose. As a speaker, he stands in front of crowds and reminds them that they were made for influence and that leadership starts right where they are.
George works with teams and organizations that are ready to:
- Improve communication across departments and generations
- Clarify leadership vision and values
- Build a culture of empowerment, trust, and growth
- Create a legacy that lives beyond individual leaders
He offers:
- Keynotes and breakout sessions for conferences
- Leadership training and coaching packages
- DISC assessments with one-on-one coaching
- Masterclasses on communication, teamwork, and influence
- Faith-based leadership talks and workshops for churches and nonprofits
George Engel delivers if your audience needs a speaker who understands the pressure of leadership, the beauty of teamwork, and the path from being stuck to being influential. His presentations are marked by clarity, connection, and conviction.
Whether you’re looking to develop emerging leaders, challenge a high-level executive team, or inspire a cross-functional staff, George will customize his message to meet your organization's needs. His passion is helping people feel seen, heard, and equipped and developing leaders who lead well and finish well.
Let’s build leaders who empower others, cast vision, create safety, foster growth, and leave a legacy.
The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication Lunch and Learn
Format: 30 Lunch and Learn
This program is perfect for:
- Team Managers
- Professionals in Leadership roles
- Public Speakers
- Teachers
The audience will leave with:
- A strong understanding of the Law of Connection and how to apply it.
- The ability to use the Law of Preparation to build their communication ability.
- An...
The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication Workshop
Format: Multiple sessions or a full-day workshop
This program is perfect for:
- Team Managers
- Professionals in Leadership roles
- Public Speakers
- Teachers
The audience will leave with:
- A strong understanding of the Law of Connection and how to apply it.
- The ability to use the Law of Preparation to build their communication ability.
- An...
Revolutionizing Classroom Communication: Unveiling the Seven Principles
Format: 45 Minute keynote
This program is perfect for:
- Educators
- Educational Leadership
- Corporate Trainers
- Personnel Directers and trainers
The audience will leave with:
- A deeper understanding of the need for connection with students through the Principle of Connection
- A strong ability to define the culture in the classroom...
The Powerless Leader: Influence from the Middle
Format: 45-minute Keynote | Breakout | Workshop
This program is perfect for:
- Emerging leaders
- middle managers
- educators
- nonprofit leaders
The audience will leave with:
- Discover three levels of influence all middle leaders can activate
- Learn the 12 principles from The Powerless Leader
- Shift mindset...
The Shepherd’s Model for Purpose-Driven Leadership
Format: 45-minute Keynote | Half-day training | Full-day workshop
This program is perfect for:
- Leaders at all levels; corporate, nonprofit, and faith-based sectors
The audience will leave with:
- Understand and apply the five pillars of 23Lead
- Develop values-based leadership strategies
- Strengthen culture through purposeful guidance
- Leave a...
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Mt. Kisco Chamber of Commerce
On-Site
E.B.M., Board Member, Mt. Kisco Chamber of Commerce
George shares practical steps that help leaders create real, positive change in their teams and organizations.
Kisco Clean
On-Site
L.P., Owner, Kisco Clean
Very interesting and educational.
