Cultivating Leadership

Transforming Teams

Elevating Organizations

At Colere, we believe that leadership is more than a position—it’s a mindset, a responsibility, and a skill that must be cultivated.

Strong leadership doesn’t happen by accident; it’s built through intentional development, strategic mentorship, and real-world application.

That’s why we exist. Colere is dedicated to developing leaders who inspire, influence, and create lasting impact—from emerging team members to seasoned executives.

Our structured leadership development approach empowers organizations to foster a leadership-driven culture that fuels long-term success.

Our Leadership Philosophy

True leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about serving, inspiring, and equipping others to grow.

We follow the Parallel Pathways Model, a framework designed to ensure that leaders and their teams grow together rather than leadership training being limited to upper management.

Rooted (8 Weeks) – Developing personal leadership foundations
Threaded (11 Weeks) – Strengthening team collaboration & communication
Grounded (Ongoing) – Applying leadership mastery to real-world challenges

With this apprach, Colere helps you transforms leadership from an abstract concept into an everyday practice.

Meet Our Leadership Team

Donnie Petersen | Co-Founder &

Leadership Strategist

With over 25 years of experience in leadership development, Donnie Petersen is passionate about helping individuals and organizations cultivate thriving leadership cultures.

As a co-founder of Colere, Donnie has worked extensively with corporate teams, Chick-fil-A leaders, and nonprofit organizations to develop leadership strategies that drive real results. His personal mission captures his calling:

"Influencing the passionate pursuit of an excellent life for the glory of God."

His expertise includes:

Executive leadership coaching
Team-building and culture transformation
Mentorship and leadership acceleration

Jeremy Bryant | Chief Serving Operator

Jeremy Bryant believes that true leadership starts with service. As Colere’s Chief Serving Operator, he brings years of experience in mentorship, leadership development, and business strategy to help leaders unlock their full potential.

Jeremy has led leadership development initiatives at Chick-fil-A Nine Mile, co-founded a successful branding agency, and helped countless leaders build high-impact teams.

His expertise includes:

Servant leadership training for teams
Developing structured leadership programs
Coaching business leaders on sustainable leadership growth

Let’s Build Stronger Leaders Together

Leadership is the foundation of every thriving organization.

At Colere, we provide proven leadership development strategies that help teams grow, excel, and lead with confidence.

Ready to cultivate a leadership-driven culture in your organization?

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