Strong strategies set direction, but success comes from leaders who know themselves, understand their people and excel in execution. At Academy Leadership, this philosophy has been the guiding compass. It combines military-tested principles with practical business strategies to help leaders apply the right approach across their organizations. Academy Leadership was founded in 2000 by Dennis Haley, a U.S. Naval Academy graduate who led one of Delaware Valley’s largest HVAC companies. Drawing on leadership lessons from his midshipman years and the Navy’s Command Excellence Program, he developed programs that combined personal reflection, values-based leadership and practical business strategies. Today, the company equips organizations with tools for self-awareness, communication and trust building. Refined over 25 years, its programs remain anchored in the same principles that have developed successful and capable military leaders. “Our work enables clients to move beyond surface fixes. We identify the root causes and provide the appropriate tools that facilitate change and deliver tangible results,” says Sean Haley, director of leadership programs. Its programs range from single-day sessions to extended engagements, along with tailored initiatives for specific organizational needs. The team comprises veterans and former military officers who blend service experience with business expertise to effectively tackle systemic challenges. For clients facing growth, turnover or succession planning, they analyze and design programs centered on goal setting, vision alignment and communication, creating a strong foundation for advanced leadership development and ultimate success. Academy Leadership caters to Fortune 500 clients like Northrop Grumman and Moody’s, military clients like the US Air Force Third Wing and the administrative teams of UC San Diego and municipalities in Hillsborough and Fulton Counties. It also excels at delivering results for small and medium-sized enterprises that understand their business model but struggle with growth, vision alignment and developing leadership capacity beyond the C-suite. Its leadership programs rest on three pillars—knowing yourself, your people and your stuff. Most leaders understand their operations but lack clarity about who they are as leaders and how to best communicate with their respective teams. The personal leadership philosophy module, adapted from the Navy’s Command Excellence Program, helps participants define who they are as leaders, what they expect and what their teams can expect from them in return.

When we think of the armed forces, we often picture the might and power that form the backbone of our nation’s defense. But behind every mission, operation, and success is a person: a soldier, a service member, a military spouse, or a family. These are the individuals who give their all for the nation, and it is crucial that their needs, both medical and non-medical, are fully supported. The well-being of these individuals is not just an afterthought; it is the foundation on which operational readiness, and the safety of our nation, is built. Magellan Federal, a subsidiary of Magellan Health, understands this deeply. The company has emerged as a trusted partner to federal agencies and a lifeline to service members, their families, and the federal civilian community. With its commitment to delivering scalable, clinically grounded, and human-centered services, Magellan Federal has created an ecosystem for the U.S. military and federal agencies to embed support where it is needed most. Whether on a military installation, within a federal office, at a Department of Defense school overseas, or through 24/7 call centers and digital platforms, the company ensures that help is accessible and effective. This emphasis on meeting people where they are defines Magellan Federal’s approach. It is not simply about service delivery but about embedding solutions into the environments where people live, work, and serve, removing barriers and reducing stigma around seeking help. Where Expertise Meets Experience Magellan Federal provides comprehensive support services that address both professional and personal needs. For mental health and wellness, they offer counseling services, employee assistance programs, and stress management support for service members and federal employees. Their specialized programs include performance coaching, recovery services for wounded, ill, or injured service members, athletic reconditioning, and resilience training—all designed to improve workplace productivity and mental fitness. Family-focused services include advocacy programs, support for new parents through home visits, and assistance for adolescents facing challenges. They also handle essential administrative functions like contact center operations, benefits navigation, and personnel support. This range of services demonstrates Magellan Federal’s dual focus: delivering mission-critical operations while prioritizing the human element through whole-person care.