Dr. Tennille Woodward doesn’t just lead teams — she transforms them. A results-driven, visionary leader with a calm and trusted presence, Dr. Woodward brings over 20 years of experience in K-12 education and six years in corporate America, blending the heart of a servant leader with the precision of a systems thinker. With a background that bridges public education and corporate leadership, Tennille has cultivated inclusive cultures, driven growth, and guided organizations through complex change — always with a focus on culture, clarity, and continuous improvement.

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As a Maxwell Leadership Executive Team member and Jon Gordon Certified Trainer, Dr. Woodward helps leaders grow intentionally, mentor effectively, and implement systems that drive exceptional outcomes. Her work inspires high trust, deep engagement, and results that ripple across schools and organizations.

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Dr. Woodward is a sought-after speaker and trainer.

 

Recent presentations include Terry Puffer Real Estate, Orchard Hill Mechanical, NWEA Fusion, Michigan Association of School Boards, NWEA Michigan Leadership Summit, Temple University, AASA National Conference on Education, Michigan School Business Officials, BOOST Best Out of School Time Collaborative, Michigan Council for Teachers of Mathematics, and Grand Haven Chamber of Commerce.

 

Upcoming presentations include United States Distance Learning Association, World Council for Gifted and Talented Children Conference, National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Association for Middle Level Education, National Place Based Education Conference, and Conference on English Leadership. Her sessions empower leaders to elevate influence, strengthen teams, and lead with purpose — all grounded in the transformational principles of Maxwell Leadership and Jon Gordon.