Stronger Leadership Through Shared Wisdom
Navigate local government leadership with peers who truly understand your challenges.
Stronger Leadership Through Shared Wisdom
Navigate local government leadership with peers who truly understand your challenges.
Stronger Leadership Through Shared Wisdom
Navigate local government leadership with peers who truly understand your challenges.
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The trusted leader in peer support.
Compass Peer Groups has been your trusted source for professionally facilitated peer support for over 13 years, exclusively serving senior executives in local government.
Compass Peer Groups first meeting
Current active members
Organizations served
Leadership topics discussed to date
By the numbers
The trusted leader in peer support.
Compass Peer Groups has been your trusted source for professionally facilitated peer support for over 13 years, exclusively serving senior executives in local government.
Compass Peer Groups first meeting
Current active members
Organizations served
Leadership topics discussed to date
By the numbers
The trusted leader in peer support.
Compass Peer Groups has been your trusted source for professionally facilitated peer support for over 13 years, exclusively serving senior executives in local government.
Compass Peer Groups first meeting
Current active members
Organizations served
Leadership topics discussed to date
Peer Support and Leadership Development
Compass Peer Groups equips local government leaders with the support, tools, and connections to navigate challenges and lead confidently. In our confidential, facilitated sessions, executives share experiences, gain diverse perspectives, and develop capabilities that benefit their organizations.
Peer Support and Leadership Development
Compass Peer Groups equips local government leaders with the support, tools, and connections to navigate challenges and lead confidently. In our confidential, facilitated sessions, executives share experiences, gain diverse perspectives, and develop capabilities that benefit their organizations.
Peer Support and Leadership Development
Compass Peer Groups equips local government leaders with the support, tools, and connections to navigate challenges and lead confidently. In our confidential, facilitated sessions, executives share experiences, gain diverse perspectives, and develop capabilities that benefit their organizations.
Testimonials
What Our Members Say
"The camaraderie in Compass is unmatched. It’s rare to find a group where everyone truly understands the pressures of this job, but here, I’ve found both support and lifelong colleagues."
10-year Assistant City Manager
"When I went through a health crisis, I turned to my Compass colleagues for support. The empathy and wisdom in this group goes far beyond just work."
18-year City Manager
"As a first-time City Manager, Compass has been my go-to for guidance. Having a group that ‘gets it’ has made all the difference in my leadership journey."
5-year City Manager
"The monthly sessions are some of the most valuable times I spend as a leader. Learning from others, sharing best practices, and knowing I’m not alone in the challenges I face is incredibly reassuring."
26-year City Manager
"Beyond the insightful leadership content and credentialing credit, the real value of Compass is the peer support. I leave each session re-energized and better equipped to serve my community."
7-year Assistant City Manager
"The camaraderie in Compass is unmatched. It’s rare to find a group where everyone truly understands the pressures of this job, but here, I’ve found both support and lifelong colleagues."
10-year Assistant City Manager
"When I went through a health crisis, I turned to my Compass colleagues for support. The empathy and wisdom in this group goes far beyond just work."
18-year City Manager
"As a first-time City Manager, Compass has been my go-to for guidance. Having a group that ‘gets it’ has made all the difference in my leadership journey."
5-year City Manager
"The monthly sessions are some of the most valuable times I spend as a leader. Learning from others, sharing best practices, and knowing I’m not alone in the challenges I face is incredibly reassuring."
26-year City Manager
"Beyond the insightful leadership content and credentialing credit, the real value of Compass is the peer support. I leave each session re-energized and better equipped to serve my community."
7-year Assistant City Manager
"The camaraderie in Compass is unmatched. It’s rare to find a group where everyone truly understands the pressures of this job, but here, I’ve found both support and lifelong colleagues."
10-year Assistant City Manager
"When I went through a health crisis, I turned to my Compass colleagues for support. The empathy and wisdom in this group goes far beyond just work."
18-year City Manager
"As a first-time City Manager, Compass has been my go-to for guidance. Having a group that ‘gets it’ has made all the difference in my leadership journey."
5-year City Manager
"The monthly sessions are some of the most valuable times I spend as a leader. Learning from others, sharing best practices, and knowing I’m not alone in the challenges I face is incredibly reassuring."
26-year City Manager
"Beyond the insightful leadership content and credentialing credit, the real value of Compass is the peer support. I leave each session re-energized and better equipped to serve my community."
7-year Assistant City Manager
"The camaraderie in Compass is unmatched. It’s rare to find a group where everyone truly understands the pressures of this job, but here, I’ve found both support and lifelong colleagues."
10-year Assistant City Manager
"When I went through a health crisis, I turned to my Compass colleagues for support. The empathy and wisdom in this group goes far beyond just work."
18-year City Manager
"As a first-time City Manager, Compass has been my go-to for guidance. Having a group that ‘gets it’ has made all the difference in my leadership journey."
5-year City Manager
"The monthly sessions are some of the most valuable times I spend as a leader. Learning from others, sharing best practices, and knowing I’m not alone in the challenges I face is incredibly reassuring."
26-year City Manager
"Beyond the insightful leadership content and credentialing credit, the real value of Compass is the peer support. I leave each session re-energized and better equipped to serve my community."
7-year Assistant City Manager
Testimonials
What Our Members Say
"The camaraderie in Compass is unmatched. It’s rare to find a group where everyone truly understands the pressures of this job, but here, I’ve found both support and lifelong colleagues."
10-year Assistant City Manager
"When I went through a health crisis, I turned to my Compass colleagues for support. The empathy and wisdom in this group goes far beyond just work."
18-year City Manager
"As a first-time City Manager, Compass has been my go-to for guidance. Having a group that ‘gets it’ has made all the difference in my leadership journey."
5-year City Manager
"The monthly sessions are some of the most valuable times I spend as a leader. Learning from others, sharing best practices, and knowing I’m not alone in the challenges I face is incredibly reassuring."
26-year City Manager
"Beyond the insightful leadership content and credentialing credit, the real value of Compass is the peer support. I leave each session re-energized and better equipped to serve my community."
7-year Assistant City Manager
"The camaraderie in Compass is unmatched. It’s rare to find a group where everyone truly understands the pressures of this job, but here, I’ve found both support and lifelong colleagues."
10-year Assistant City Manager
"When I went through a health crisis, I turned to my Compass colleagues for support. The empathy and wisdom in this group goes far beyond just work."
18-year City Manager
"As a first-time City Manager, Compass has been my go-to for guidance. Having a group that ‘gets it’ has made all the difference in my leadership journey."
5-year City Manager
"The monthly sessions are some of the most valuable times I spend as a leader. Learning from others, sharing best practices, and knowing I’m not alone in the challenges I face is incredibly reassuring."
26-year City Manager
"Beyond the insightful leadership content and credentialing credit, the real value of Compass is the peer support. I leave each session re-energized and better equipped to serve my community."
7-year Assistant City Manager
"The camaraderie in Compass is unmatched. It’s rare to find a group where everyone truly understands the pressures of this job, but here, I’ve found both support and lifelong colleagues."
10-year Assistant City Manager
"When I went through a health crisis, I turned to my Compass colleagues for support. The empathy and wisdom in this group goes far beyond just work."
18-year City Manager
"As a first-time City Manager, Compass has been my go-to for guidance. Having a group that ‘gets it’ has made all the difference in my leadership journey."
5-year City Manager
"The monthly sessions are some of the most valuable times I spend as a leader. Learning from others, sharing best practices, and knowing I’m not alone in the challenges I face is incredibly reassuring."
26-year City Manager
"Beyond the insightful leadership content and credentialing credit, the real value of Compass is the peer support. I leave each session re-energized and better equipped to serve my community."
7-year Assistant City Manager
"The camaraderie in Compass is unmatched. It’s rare to find a group where everyone truly understands the pressures of this job, but here, I’ve found both support and lifelong colleagues."
10-year Assistant City Manager
"When I went through a health crisis, I turned to my Compass colleagues for support. The empathy and wisdom in this group goes far beyond just work."
18-year City Manager
"As a first-time City Manager, Compass has been my go-to for guidance. Having a group that ‘gets it’ has made all the difference in my leadership journey."
5-year City Manager
"The monthly sessions are some of the most valuable times I spend as a leader. Learning from others, sharing best practices, and knowing I’m not alone in the challenges I face is incredibly reassuring."
26-year City Manager
"Beyond the insightful leadership content and credentialing credit, the real value of Compass is the peer support. I leave each session re-energized and better equipped to serve my community."
7-year Assistant City Manager
Testimonials
What Our Members Say
"The camaraderie in Compass is unmatched. It’s rare to find a group where everyone truly understands the pressures of this job, but here, I’ve found both support and lifelong colleagues."
10-year Assistant City Manager
"When I went through a health crisis, I turned to my Compass colleagues for support. The empathy and wisdom in this group goes far beyond just work."
18-year City Manager
"As a first-time City Manager, Compass has been my go-to for guidance. Having a group that ‘gets it’ has made all the difference in my leadership journey."
5-year City Manager
"The monthly sessions are some of the most valuable times I spend as a leader. Learning from others, sharing best practices, and knowing I’m not alone in the challenges I face is incredibly reassuring."
26-year City Manager
"Beyond the insightful leadership content and credentialing credit, the real value of Compass is the peer support. I leave each session re-energized and better equipped to serve my community."
7-year Assistant City Manager
"The camaraderie in Compass is unmatched. It’s rare to find a group where everyone truly understands the pressures of this job, but here, I’ve found both support and lifelong colleagues."
10-year Assistant City Manager
"When I went through a health crisis, I turned to my Compass colleagues for support. The empathy and wisdom in this group goes far beyond just work."
18-year City Manager
"As a first-time City Manager, Compass has been my go-to for guidance. Having a group that ‘gets it’ has made all the difference in my leadership journey."
5-year City Manager
"The monthly sessions are some of the most valuable times I spend as a leader. Learning from others, sharing best practices, and knowing I’m not alone in the challenges I face is incredibly reassuring."
26-year City Manager
"Beyond the insightful leadership content and credentialing credit, the real value of Compass is the peer support. I leave each session re-energized and better equipped to serve my community."
7-year Assistant City Manager
"The camaraderie in Compass is unmatched. It’s rare to find a group where everyone truly understands the pressures of this job, but here, I’ve found both support and lifelong colleagues."
10-year Assistant City Manager
"When I went through a health crisis, I turned to my Compass colleagues for support. The empathy and wisdom in this group goes far beyond just work."
18-year City Manager
"As a first-time City Manager, Compass has been my go-to for guidance. Having a group that ‘gets it’ has made all the difference in my leadership journey."
5-year City Manager
"The monthly sessions are some of the most valuable times I spend as a leader. Learning from others, sharing best practices, and knowing I’m not alone in the challenges I face is incredibly reassuring."
26-year City Manager
"Beyond the insightful leadership content and credentialing credit, the real value of Compass is the peer support. I leave each session re-energized and better equipped to serve my community."
7-year Assistant City Manager
"The camaraderie in Compass is unmatched. It’s rare to find a group where everyone truly understands the pressures of this job, but here, I’ve found both support and lifelong colleagues."
10-year Assistant City Manager
"When I went through a health crisis, I turned to my Compass colleagues for support. The empathy and wisdom in this group goes far beyond just work."
18-year City Manager
"As a first-time City Manager, Compass has been my go-to for guidance. Having a group that ‘gets it’ has made all the difference in my leadership journey."
5-year City Manager
"The monthly sessions are some of the most valuable times I spend as a leader. Learning from others, sharing best practices, and knowing I’m not alone in the challenges I face is incredibly reassuring."
26-year City Manager
"Beyond the insightful leadership content and credentialing credit, the real value of Compass is the peer support. I leave each session re-energized and better equipped to serve my community."
7-year Assistant City Manager
Insights & Issues
Each month, engage in expertly led discussions of timely and timeless topics supported by best-in-class materials.
Leadership
Managing in a Dysfuncitonal Political Environment
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Inclusion
D.E.I. (B) - Full Speed Ahead or Half Speed Retreat?
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Policy
NSFW - DEI, Climate Change, TIF?
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Management
The Assistant's Role - Crucial, Complementary, Confusing
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Personal Development
Career & Life: Coordinate, Negotiate, Separate?
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Leadership
The Leadership & Life Lessons of Ted Lasso
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Insights & Issues
Each month, engage in expertly led discussions of timely and timeless topics supported by best-in-class materials.
Leadership
Managing in a Dysfuncitonal Political Environment
Read more
Inclusion
D.E.I. (B) - Full Speed Ahead or Half Speed Retreat?
Read more
Policy
NSFW - DEI, Climate Change, TIF?
Read more
Management
The Assistant's Role - Crucial, Complementary, Confusing
Read more
Personal Development
Career & Life: Coordinate, Negotiate, Separate?
Read more
Leadership
The Leadership & Life Lessons of Ted Lasso
Read more
Insights & Issues
Each month, engage in expertly led discussions of timely and timeless topics supported by best-in-class materials.
Leadership
Managing in a Dysfuncitonal Political Environment
Read more
Inclusion
D.E.I. (B) - Full Speed Ahead or Half Speed Retreat?
Read more
Policy
NSFW - DEI, Climate Change, TIF?
Read more
Management
The Assistant's Role - Crucial, Complementary, Confusing
Read more
Personal Development
Career & Life: Coordinate, Negotiate, Separate?
Read more
Leadership
The Leadership & Life Lessons of Ted Lasso
Read more
A Few of the Many Local Government Clients We Serve
A Few of the Many Local Government Clients We Serve
A Few of the Many Local Government Clients We Serve
Together, we navigate the unique challenges of public service leadership.
Join our community of local government executives dedicated to personal growth and organizational excellence.
Together, we navigate the unique challenges of public service leadership.
Join our community of local government executives dedicated to personal growth and organizational excellence.
Together, we navigate the unique challenges of public service leadership.
Join our community of local government executives dedicated to personal growth and organizational excellence.
Contact us
Have questions or ready to get started? Reach out to us—we’re here to help.
800-805-3869
5021 Vernon Avenue S. #180
Edina, MN 55436
Contact us
Have questions or ready to get started? Reach out to us—we’re here to help.
800-805-3869
5021 Vernon Avenue S. #180
Edina, MN 55436
Contact us
Have questions or ready to get started? Reach out to us—we’re here to help.
800-805-3869
5021 Vernon Avenue S. #180
Edina, MN 55436