LeadCommGym

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Cultivate Your Core^(TM)

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The Adaptable Leader Accelerator (TALA)

Our flagship program is for new managers, emerging leaders, and the organizations that need them.

I want TALA for myself!

I want TALA for my team!

MEET THE FOUNDER & CEO

Hi, I'm David.

At this gym, we don’t focus on your physical fitness (though that is important).

We focus on your Leader Fitness.

In short, Leader Fitness is how you show up as a leader and the communication, adaptability, and trust required for sustained high performance.

Who Am I?

I’m David Brown-Dawson.

I’m a leader and a learner.

I’m a husband, a son, a brother, and a friend.

I’m a Texan and a Californian.

I’m a coach and a Christian.

I love French Toast, reading, and singing.

I love working with leaders who want to be the best version of themselves because the world needs more effective leaders.

Why You Should Train with Me

I've led teams.

1. I've been an U.S. Air Force Civil Engineer officer where I led projects, programs, and teams.

2. I've been an Air Advisor where I led multidisciplinary teams to African countries.

3. I started leadership early - I led my high school as the Student Body President.

4. I've held various leadership positions in organizations such as the Society of American Military Engineers, Urban Land Institute, and YBUILD.

I'm a practitioner still.

1. I serve as a fractional COO and executive coach for companies.

2. I facilitate The Adaptable Leader Accelerator (link here).

3. I lead workshops/retreats/courses for various teams (ranging from state agencies to Venture Capital firms).

I've learned from the best and studied the best.

1. MBA from UC Berkeley Haas School of Business

2. ICF-certified coach via iPEC

3. Coached by Dan Martell

4. Read over 200 books on leadership, communication, and teams

5. Completed Interpersonal Dynamics course at Stanford Univ.

Our workouts are designed intentionally.

1. Influenced by research and real-world experience.

2. Designed to be practical and useful.

3. Include interactive and introspective exercises.

Want to Hear from Me Directly?

The Leader Fitness Podcast

MILCOM Founders Podcast

What Do They Say About Me?

Hear directly from leaders who've trusted me and benefitted from our work together.

Carly Chandler

VP of Operations

TALA helped me transition into my new role as Vice President of Operations by pushing me to rethink how I show up as a leader and focus on growing my garden instead of constantly questioning whether I belonged in the role. I moved from second-guessing myself to walking away with practical tools and a clearer, more confident approach to communicating when things feel uncertain. Someone joining TALA can expect a supportive space that challenges you to grow and provides tools you can start using immediately in your day-to-day leadership.

Myke Weekes

Major, US Air Force

Simply outstanding, David is one of the market's best executive leadership coaches. He has high emotional intelligence, great social awareness, and truly listens to make an impact in your life. I cannot recommend a more qualified or capable person to lead you towards success. If I could give him 10 stars, I would.

Austyn Perry

Director of Leadership Development

David has coached me individually, spoken to my organization, and even led a session for my Gen Z real estate interns! He’s a thoughtful and inspiring coach with a unique ability to create space for reflection while also offering tangible, actionable tools that really stick. He helped my interns navigate imposter syndrome, and we all walked away feeling motivated to bring our best selves to our work - while staying grounded in who we are. We’re so grateful for his support, and I’d absolutely recommend working with him!

LeadCommGym is a leadership development organization founded by David Brown-Dawson, an ICF-certified executive coach, Berkeley MBA, and former Air Force Officer. LeadCommGym focuses on 'Leader Fitness,' offering executive coaching and its flagship program, The Adaptable Leader Accelerator (TALA). TALA is designed specifically for new managers and emerging leaders to improve communication, adaptability, and team trust. LeadCommGym also provides free resources, such as the 'Cultivate Your Core' exercise, to help high-performing leaders eliminate imposter syndrome.