Transforming Leadership,
Empowering Organizations
Discover how Crux Leaders can elevate your team's
effectiveness and organizational success
Ryan brings 28 years of military experience paired with industry-leading certifications from leadership experts John Maxwell and Patrick Lencioni to grow and enhance your organization and team effectiveness. He leverages his experience leading teams and organizations to add value to yours and grow your next generation of leaders!
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Why Crux Leaders?
At Crux Leaders, we leverage decades of leadership expertise and time-tested, proven methodologies to develop leaders that drive mission effectiveness and organizational growth.
Founded by seasoned leadership expert Ryan Batchelor, Crux Leaders is your partner in embedding sustainable leader development and a growth-mindset across your organization.
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Our Services
Speaking
Overview: Crux Leaders offers transformative speaking services led by Ryan Batchelor, designed to inspire and educate audiences on essential leadership principles.
Whether you're seeking a keynote for a major conference or a custom presentation tailored to your organization's specific needs, Ryan brings insights from proven methodologies to energize and engage any audience.
What to Expect
- Expert Insights: Gain from Ryan's extensive experience in leadership training and development.
- Engagement and Motivation: Experience presentations that not only inform but also motivate participants to implement new strategies.
- Customizable Content: Whether it's a 30-minute keynote or an in-depth two-hour presentation, content can be tailored to align perfectly with your event themes and objectives.
Training
Overview: Crux Leaders' training programs are meticulously designed to enhance organizational leadership capabilities. From short, impactful Lunch-n-Learn sessions to full-day immersive workshops, our training is customized to meet the diverse needs of your team or organization.
- Comprehensive Learning Experiences: Whether it's refining skills over a lunch session or engaging in a full-day developmental workshop, expect a thorough and insightful learning journey.
- Custom Solutions: We tailor every training session to ensure it addresses the specific goals and challenges of your organization.
What to Expect
Overview: At Crux Leaders, we believe in the power of personalized guidance.
Our coaching programs, ranging from single sessions to comprehensive annual plans, are designed to address your specific challenges and foster continuous personal and professional growth.
Masterminds
Overview: Join a community of leaders dedicated to mutual growth and learning with Crux Leaders' Mastermind sessions. These virtual, cohort-based sessions are designed to delve into topics like effective communication, personal growth, and leadership principles, providing you with the tools and community support to expand your influence.
What to Expect
- Collaborative Learning: Engage with peers and learn from diverse perspectives in a structured virtual setting.
- Continuous Development: Regularly scheduled sessions ensure that you are consistently advancing your skills and knowledge.
Coaching
Features
- Virtual, cohort-based sessions.
- Regularly planned and structured for ongoing development.
- Open for individuals and teams.
What to Expect
- Tailored Guidance: From tackling immediate challenges in a single session to engaging in an ongoing development journey, our coaching adapts to your needs.
- Strategic Support: Benefit from Ryan's deep understanding of leadership dynamics to enhance your leadership capabilities.
What Sets Crux Leaders Apart?
Crux Leaders brings a unique blend of military discipline and contemporary leadership techniques to your organization. With our focus on practical outcomes and tailored approaches, we ensure that your leadership capabilities are not just enhanced but transformed
- Military Precision
- Superior Training
- Tailored Solutions
- Proven Results
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Meet Ryan Batchelor
Ryan was born in Mobile, AL but spent all of his youthful years in Rogers, AR. In high school, he was involved in the Cross Country/Track program and various student organizations. Upon being awarded a Navy ROTC scholarship, he attended Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN. In Dec. 1996, he graduated with a Bachelors in Civil Engineering, and was commissioned in the Navy the next day. Becoming a Naval Aviator, he deployed to both Japan and Bahrain as a P-3C pilot. Over the years, he executed a combination of tours involving both flying and program management with opportunities to lead multiple teams within the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) and the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA).
Ryan first learned of leadership expert, John Maxwell, in 2011 and that was the catalyst for leadership growth and engagement since that time. In late 2020, Ryan was certified through Patrick Lencioni’s Organizational Health Company, The Table Group, to be a Working Genius facilitator. In addition, in 2021 he became a Change Your World facilitator for John Maxwell and in 2024 he completed a year-long certification program through The John Maxwell Company as a speaker, coach, and trainer. He has founded Crux Leaders, a leadership consultant organization, to help organizations embed leader development within their organizations and conquer their toughest challenges. Through these venues, he has been able to help multiple teams and organizations to enhance their productivity, grow their leaders, and be change agents.
Since arriving in St Louis in Aug 2020, Ryan has worked hand-in-hand with Boeing St Louis to deliver F-15, F/A-18, T-7A, and MQ-25 aircraft and multiple weapons to the Department of Defense. In May 2024, he turned over command of DCMA Boeing St Louis and transitioned to NAVAIR working as an IPT Lead for PMA-268. He plans to retire in 2026 and pursue leadership consulting full-time.
Ryan is married to the former Jennifer Wider of Elkhart, IN with whom he cares for their nine children: Grady, Ellison, Ridge, Hudson, Anders, Djoulieka, Caylor, Woudmica, and Ireland. Ryan and Jenny are involved in their local church, family activities, and non-profit organizations. Jenny is an on-line tutor and enjoys time with family and friends. Ryan enjoys backpacking, reading, and volunteering with various groups.
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Schedule a free discovery call with Ryan Batchelor to explore how Crux Leaders can make a difference in your organization. Let’s unlock your team’s potential together.
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