Lead (formerly Self Love Beauty) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on empowering people with practical tools to become their most confident selves. Lead isn’t just a name; it’s a reflection of what we stand for – Leadership, Empowerment, Awareness, and Development.
Here at Lead, we empower people with practical tools to become their most confident selves. We have transformed the lives of 11,250 individuals directly and over 66,000 indirectly in the state of Michigan. Participants report gaining confidence and self-esteem by an average of 82% after attending just one program. With this proven track-record, Lead continues to be a source of empowerment, making a positive impact on the lives of many.
We empower people with practical tools to become their most confident self.
Inspiring all generations with confidence and purpose to live their best life.
• Confidence
• Inclusivity
• Resilience
• Continuous Learning
• Purpose
Lead (formerly known as Self Love Beauty) was founded in 2012 by Lisa Tarkington, Leadership Consultant and Associate Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation. Lisa has degrees and training in social impact, positive psychology, mindfulness, communication skills, and coaching. What began as a blog to empower others to feel supported, grow in their self-love, and rise to their full potential quickly emerged to having more than 100 contributing writers in just two years. With Lead’s growing number of supporters and increased need for access to confidence resources across all ages, Lead was established as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in August 2018.
In 2019, Lead introduced their Family Programs, Affirmation Day, and Teen Conference to further empower individuals in their community. Their first public workshop was hosted in 2020 – successfully extending their reach and impact.
Today, Lead’s mission is to empower people with practical tools to become their most confident selves. Lead has transformed the lives of 11,250 individuals directly and over 66,000 indirectly in the state of Michigan. Participants report gaining confidence and self-esteem by an average of 82% after attending just one program. With this proven track-record, Lead continues to be a source of empowerment, making a positive impact on the lives of many.
Founder & Executive Director
Director of Programs
Development Director
Program Administrator
Meet Our Facilitators
Lead’s workshop facilitators undergo 20 hours of training to ensure they are best equipped to support our participants.
Sarah Maday
Nexteer Automotive
Michelle Brady
MidMichigan Health
Kelsey Schultz
Yeo & Yeo
Marc Kaeckmeister
First State Bank
Teresa L. Datz-Siegel
Hemlock Semiconductor
Kathie Fuce-Hobohm
Space, Inc
Cathy Geiger
ABC Greater Michigan Chapter
Julia Kepler
Serendipty Road & Joyful Tantrum Recess
Jon Lynch
Three Rivers Corporation
Kayley Lyons
DuPont
Morgan Behr
MoLo Farms
Wendy Traschen
Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational
By volunteering with us or getting involved in our events you become a part of the movement dedicated to creating a ripple effect of positive change!