About Our Approach
The Lincoln Leadership Institute
Founded by Steven B. Wiley, the Lincoln Leadership Institute at Gettysburg has been delivering powerful leadership experiences for Fortune 100 companies, federal agencies, and organizations of all sizes for over two decades.
What makes our approach unique is our use of history as a metaphor. We believe the leadership challenges of the past provide compelling lessons for today's leaders. Through immersive experiences at historic Gettysburg, participants gain fresh perspectives on modern business challenges.
Key Benefits for Leaders
Strategic Thinking and Innovation
Change Management & Strategic Decision-Making: Learn to empower your team to confidently seize opportunities, take calculated risks, and foster innovation inspired by General Buford's decisive actions at Gettysburg.
Leadership and Effective Execution
Employee Engagement & Retention: Identify your organization's vulnerabilities and master strategies for engaging employees, turning disengagement into commitment, modeled after Joshua Chamberlain's inspirational leadership.
Courageous Communication
Managing Conflict & Difficult Conversations: Discover communication techniques that encourage open dialogue, shared accountability, and collaborative problem-solving, helping your organization avoid critical errors exemplified by Lee and Longstreet's dynamic at Pickett's Charge.
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Our Special Offer for Vistage
We're proud to bring our transformative leadership programs to Vistage members through this special offer for Vistage from the Lincoln Leadership Institute. Understanding the unique challenges faced by CEOs and business leaders, we've tailored our programs to address the specific needs of Vistage members and created exclusive benefits to enhance your experience.
LLI Vistage Gold Card
Unlock exclusive discounts at participating Gettysburg businesses and enjoy special offers throughout your stay.
Learn about member benefitsPurdue Certificate Credit
Enhance your leadership credentials with credit towards Purdue University's prestigious Leadership Certificate Program.
View certificate detailsFuture Experience Discounts
Enjoy special rates on upcoming LLI experiences at iconic locations like the Alamo and VIR Raceway.
Explore future programsOur Methodology
Historical Metaphor
By examining the leadership decisions made during the Battle of Gettysburg, participants gain unique insights into modern leadership challenges. The emotional connection to historical events creates powerful, lasting memories that translate to real behavior change.
Experiential Learning
Our programs go beyond traditional classroom settings. Walking the actual battlefield, standing where critical decisions were made, and connecting those moments to today's business challenges creates an immersive experience that traditional training cannot match.
World-Class Faculty
Our instructors include decorated military leaders, historians, and business experts who bring multiple perspectives to each leadership challenge. This diversity of viewpoints encourages participants to consider problems from angles they might otherwise miss.
Practical Application
Every historical lesson is connected directly to modern business challenges. Participants leave with actionable strategies they can implement immediately in their organizations, not just theoretical concepts.
Frequently Asked Questions
As a Vistage member, you receive a 15% discount on all our programs. This discount is automatically applied when you register with your Vistage-affiliated email address. If you have any issues with the discount, please contact us directly.
Absolutely! Many Vistage members bring their leadership teams to our programs. For groups of 5 or more, we offer additional group discounts. For larger teams of 20+, we recommend our private group sessions which can be customized to your specific leadership challenges.
Yes! We have partnerships with several hotels in Gettysburg that will allow you to add additional nights to your stay at a discounted rate. Many participants choose to extend their stay to explore the historic area. Just let us know when you register, and we'll help arrange the extended accommodations for you.
Although spouses have loved the program and are welcome to participate other options include relaxing with artisan wine tastings at Halbrendt Vineyard & Winery, dining at the historic Dobbin House Tavern—Gettysburg's oldest standing building—and exploring the town's famously thrilling ghost tours. Visitors can also enjoy unique shopping opportunities, scenic bike rides, and picturesque hiking trails, with proximity to the Appalachian Trail adding to the area's charm.
No prior knowledge of the Battle of Gettysburg or Civil War history is required. Our expert faculty will provide all the historical context needed to understand the leadership lessons. We focus on making the historical events relevant and applicable to today's business challenges.
While the program fee doesn't include accommodations, we have partnerships with several hotels in Gettysburg that offer special rates for our participants. Upon registration, you'll receive information about recommended accommodations. Many attendees choose to stay at the historic Gettysburg Hotel located on Lincoln Square.