about us
about us
Who We Are
Who We Are
Who We Are
Compass Peer Groups is a community of local government executives dedicated to mutual support and professional growth. Founded by experienced practitioners, we understand the unique challenges of local government leadership. Our network brings together senior executives committed to personal improvement, ethical leadership, and the value of public service.
Our Vision
To be the premier executive peer support organization serving local government leaders.
Our Vision
To be the premier executive peer support organization serving local government leaders.
Our Vision
To be the premier executive peer support organization serving local government leaders.
Our Mission
We provide local government executives with confidential peer support and leadership development via skilled facilitation that fosters trust, shared learning, and personal growth.
Our Mission
We provide local government executives with confidential peer support and leadership development via skilled facilitation that fosters trust, shared learning, and personal growth.
Our Mission
We provide local government executives with confidential peer support and leadership development via skilled facilitation that fosters trust, shared learning, and personal growth.
How We Make a Difference
Confidential peer support and problem-solving in a safe, trusting environment
Expert-facilitated leadership development tailored to public sector challenges
Curated resource library of best practices and solutions, continuously updated
Guidance from experienced facilitators with decades of executive-level local government experience
Support for ICMA Credentialing requirements to advance your professional standing
How We Make a Difference
Confidential peer support and problem-solving in a safe, trusting environment
Expert-facilitated leadership development tailored to public sector challenges
Curated resource library of best practices and solutions, continuously updated
Guidance from experienced facilitators with decades of executive-level local government experience
Support for ICMA Credentialing requirements to advance your professional standing
How We Make a Difference
Confidential peer support and problem-solving in a safe, trusting environment
Expert-facilitated leadership development tailored to public sector challenges
Curated resource library of best practices and solutions, continuously updated
Guidance from experienced facilitators with decades of executive-level local government experience
Support for ICMA Credentialing requirements to advance your professional standing
Our Core Beliefs
We believe healthy people are essential to creating and sustaining healthy organizations.
Healthy leaders:
Engage with colleagues in respectful, candid communication
Operate from a strong ethical framework grounded in clear values
Lead authentically rather than from prescribed expectations
Serve a purpose beyond themselves
Commit to lifelong learning and personal growth
Are resilient- facing challenges and setbacks with determination and equanimity
Cultivate integrated lives balancing mind, body, spirit, and relationships
Our Core Beliefs
We believe healthy people are essential to creating and sustaining healthy organizations.
Healthy leaders:
Engage with colleagues in respectful, candid communication
Operate from a strong ethical framework grounded in clear values
Lead authentically rather than from prescribed expectations
Serve a purpose beyond themselves
Commit to lifelong learning and personal growth
Are resilient- facing challenges and setbacks with determination and equanimity
Cultivate integrated lives balancing mind, body, spirit, and relationships
Our Core Beliefs
We believe healthy people are essential to creating and sustaining healthy organizations.
Healthy leaders:
Engage with colleagues in respectful, candid communication
Operate from a strong ethical framework grounded in clear values
Lead authentically rather than from prescribed expectations
Serve a purpose beyond themselves
Commit to lifelong learning and personal growth
Are resilient- facing challenges and setbacks with determination and equanimity
Cultivate integrated lives balancing mind, body, spirit, and relationships
Our Leadership
Founded in 2011 by Craig Rapp and Dr. James Lynn, Compass Peer Groups was built on the conviction that local government CAOs need a confidential environment to discuss personal and professional challenges with peers who truly understand their unique position.
Our Leadership
Founded in 2011 by Craig Rapp and Dr. James Lynn, Compass Peer Groups was built on the conviction that local government CAOs need a confidential environment to discuss personal and professional challenges with peers who truly understand their unique position.
Our Leadership
Founded in 2011 by Craig Rapp and Dr. James Lynn, Compass Peer Groups was built on the conviction that local government CAOs need a confidential environment to discuss personal and professional challenges with peers who truly understand their unique position.
The Founders
Together, our founders have created a unique peer support model built on their combined decades of executive-level local government experience. This foundation ensures that Compass Peer Groups addresses the real-world challenges of public sector leadership through the lens of those who have successfully navigated these waters themselves.
Craig Rapp
Craig brings decades of local government executive leadership to Compass Peer Groups:
20+ years serving as a local government chief executive
Former Director of Consulting Services for ICMA
20+ years as a strategic advisor to local governments
Speaker, trainer, and university instructor
Certification as a Baldrige Performance Excellence Evaluator
Dr. James Lynn
Dr. Lynn complements our local government expertise with deep insights into leadership psychology, learning and assessments:
Over 40 years as an organizational psychologist and trainer
Consultant/advisor/coach to CEOs and their organizations
Consultant to local governments and senior leaders
Expert in leadership assessments, training design, adult learning
Certification as a Baldrige Performance Excellence Evaluator
The Founders
Together, our founders have created a unique peer support model built on their combined decades of executive-level local government experience. This foundation ensures that Compass Peer Groups addresses the real-world challenges of public sector leadership through the lens of those who have successfully navigated these waters themselves.
Craig Rapp
Craig brings decades of local government executive leadership to Compass Peer Groups:
20+ years serving as a local government chief executive
Former Director of Consulting Services for ICMA
20+ years as a strategic advisor to local governments
Speaker, trainer, and university instructor
Certification as a Baldrige Performance Excellence Evaluator
Dr. James Lynn
Dr. Lynn complements our local government expertise with deep insights into leadership psychology, learning and assessments:
Over 40 years as an organizational psychologist and trainer
Consultant/advisor/coach to CEOs and their organizations
Consultant to local governments and senior leaders
Expert in leadership assessments, training design, adult learning
Certification as a Baldrige Performance Excellence Evaluator
The Founders
Together, our founders have created a unique peer support model built on their combined decades of executive-level local government experience. This foundation ensures that Compass Peer Groups addresses the real-world challenges of public sector leadership through the lens of those who have successfully navigated these waters themselves.
Craig Rapp
Craig brings decades of local government executive leadership to Compass Peer Groups:
20+ years serving as a local government chief executive
Former Director of Consulting Services for ICMA
20+ years as a strategic advisor to local governments
Speaker, trainer, and university instructor
Certification as a Baldrige Performance Excellence Evaluator
Dr. James Lynn
Dr. Lynn complements our local government expertise with deep insights into leadership psychology, learning and assessments:
Over 40 years as an organizational psychologist and trainer
Consultant/advisor/coach to CEOs and their organizations
Consultant to local governments and senior leaders
Expert in leadership assessments, training design, adult learning
Certification as a Baldrige Performance Excellence Evaluator
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