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The Mainstream Insight Leadership Program
Whether foundational skills, specialized coaching, or team development and training are needed, this flexible approach allows for selecting elements and topics that align with the organization’s unique goals.
​This program is designed for mission-driven organizations seeking a customized, cohort-based leadership development experience. Each program can be tailored to various formats, including virtual, in-person, or hybrid,
to best suit the organization’s needs.
Unlock the potential of leaders with this comprehensive Leadership Development Program, crafted to help organizations cultivate effective, inclusive, and
high-performing leaders.
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To explore options and receive a custom quote, review the elements and topics available below, then click the
"I'm Interested!" link to schedule a consultation
with Dr. Sofia B. Pertuz.
Program Elements

Half-Day or Full-Day Retreats
Engage your team in a focused, immersive environment to develop core leadership skills and build connections.

Individual Leadership Coaching
One-on-one coaching sessions for personalized development tailored to each leader’s goals.

Group Coaching Sessions
Guided sessions to foster peer learning, shared accountability, and team cohesion.

Learning Modules
Interactive series of 60 to 90 minute in-person or virtual sessions, perfect for flexible and consistent learning over time.

Everything DiSC Assessment
Gain insights into personality styles to improve self-awareness, communication, and team dynamics.

Who Is This Program For?​
This program is designed for organizations looking to build effective, inclusive, and high-performing leadership at every level. This program benefits:
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Emerging Leaders who need foundational skills to transition from individual contributors to impactful managers.
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Mid-Level Managers seeking to enhance their strategic, communication, and team-building skills.
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Senior Executives looking to deepen their influence, foster a culture of inclusivity, and lead by example.
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Cross-Functional Teams aiming to improve collaboration, psychological safety, and cohesive performance across departments.
What Participants Will Gain
This program provides leaders with a comprehensive skill set that fosters growth, inclusivity, and effective performance. Participants will gain:​
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Self-Awareness: Leaders gain insight into strengths and growth areas, fostering confident, authentic leadership.
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Inclusive Team Building: Skills to create culturally aware, collaborative environments where diverse voices thrive.
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Strategic Accountability: Tools to align goals with values, communicate clearly, and handle challenges with empathy.
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Organizational Influence: Sustainable practices for navigating dynamics and fostering resilience within teams.
Lead Facilitator:
Sofia B. Pertuz, PhD, ACC
Why Work with Dr. Pertuz?
Dr. Sofia B. Pertuz is a workplace culture strategist, consultant, and certified executive coach with over 25 years of uniquely varied experience leading organizational transformations across higher education, nonprofit, and corporate sectors. As the Founder and Lead Strategist of Mainstream Insight, LLC, Dr. Pertuz specializes in building inclusive environments, fostering effective team dynamics, and guiding leaders to achieve their full potential. Her expertise in using tools like the DiSC profile to enhance team collaboration, coupled with a proven track record of facilitating leadership development and conflict resolution, ensures transformative outcomes for diverse groups.
A sought-after consultant and speaker, Dr. Pertuz brings a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to creating trust, accountability, and long-term growth for teams. Shehas held senior leadership roles, including Managing Director for Inclusion and Leadership Development at Billie Jean King Enterprises, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer for The Jed Foundation, and Associate Vice President and Dean of Students at Hofstra University.
Sofia is an internationally recognized speaker addressing topics such as change management, culturally responsive mental health, Latina/o/x identity, and LGBTQ+ advocacy. She holds a PhD from Seton Hall University and is a Senior Certified Professional through the Society for Human Resource Management and a Certified Diversity Executive®. Sofia’s consulting and coaching approach empowers clients to navigate challenges, recognize their brilliance, and achieve transformative career growth.

How It Works
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Select Your Preferred Elements, Topics & Presentation Format (In-person, virtual or hybrid): Choose the components that align with your organization’s unique needs.
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Customize Your Program: Schedule a time to speak with Dr. Sofia B. Pertuz and explore how we can design a program that fits your vision and budget.
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Get a Custom Quote: Receive an estimate tailored to the options and formats selected.

What Clients Are Saying
What Clients Are Saying
“As a new team, the work with Sofia helped us understand where there might be pitfalls in our understanding of our culture. The process Sofia set up was outstanding and led to clear paths for moving forward. Sofia is excellent at communicating the basics, setting up a series of engagements that were fine tuned to what we needed, and we ended up in a much better place than when we started. Sofia is approachable, thoughtful, and brought excellent examples that brought concepts to life. We are a better organization because of our work with her.”
~ Cortney Worrall, President & CEO, Waterfront Alliance
"Dr. Pertuz brought an incredible mix of skill, creativity, and authenticity to the facilitation of our leadership development program at CFS. Her ability to connect with and inspire our mid-level leaders was evident from the start, and the program she designed empowered our team to elevate their leadership skills and embrace new challenges with confidence.. Sofia’s engaging facilitation style created a safe and dynamic environment for growth, and her genuine passion for developing leaders left a lasting impact on our organization. Our leadership team was inspired and ready to take on the next chapter of their journey. I am deeply grateful to Sofia and the Mainstream Insight, LLC team for partnering with us to invest in the growth and success of our leaders."
~ Alicia McGrath, MA, MBA, CEO, The Center for Family Support Inc.
“Dr. Pertuz is professional, organized, and engaging throughout the entire collaborative partnership. Her content knowledge is only surpassed by her excellent delivery methods! We hope to have Dr. Pertuz back to our Inclusive Leadership Program next year.”
~ Joshua Cole,
Sr. Director, Equity & Inclusion, Waterford.org
“Dr. Pertuz's brilliance and skilled coaching have been transformational for me. Her wisdom and pointed follow-up questions were exactly what I needed to overcome a hurdle that prevented me from achieving the next chapter in my professional career. She also nudged me to increase my social media presence as a way to elevate visibility of my service to others. Dr. Pertuz is talented, wise, and driven to help others. If you are looking to level up in your career, reach out to Dr. Pertuz! She will share insights that will deep your work and give you the tools to reach new heights."
- Moises Orozco Villicana, PhD, Director of Admissions and Recruitment at California State University, Monterey Bay
"Dr. Pertuz creates space for truth and reconciliation. She constantly challenged me to reframe obstacles and assume the power that I possess. Her action-oriented approaches and "naming what needed to be named" provided affirmation. It was clear that she did her homework in advance of discussing mine and each session was tailored to meet my needs. Her flexibility and pause maximized our time and intention together. I highly recommend her if you are seriously interested in moving to your next!”
- Dr. Stephanie Helms Pickett, Head of Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, Antioch University
“I am very grateful for the time spent with Sofia. Sofia has keen insights and a very empathetic approach. She has helped me to see that I have value and purpose. She was genuinely committed to my success. She provided excellent feedback and seemed to have an unlimited toolbox of ideas and recommendations that always seemed to fit! With her support, I have been able to overcome obstacles, set goals and be more accountable to my goals. Sofia has a wealth of knowledge and experience. I highly recommend anyone to consider working with Sofia if you are seeking guidance in your professional or personal life!”​
- Linda Schellenberg,
Chief Programs Officer,
Center for Family Support