OUR MISSION

Our mission is to build rooms where leadership is sharpened, courage is practiced, and growth is shared.

We help leaders unlock their voice, elevate their impact, and build communities where people belong and grow.

The room where leaders grow

Room to Lead is a curated community for people who take leadership seriously, peer cohorts, expert coaching, and the accountability that actually moves the needle.

Built for Leaders in Motion:

Founders & Operators

You need structured leadership growth without corporate fluff.

Emerging Leaders

You’re stepping into a bigger responsibility and want confidence that matches your ambition

Mid-Level Managers

You lead teams but want stronger communication, sharper decision-making, and real influence

Memberships: Find the right room for your leadership journey

Community

$29.00 every month

Connect with like-minded leaders, access expert resources, and join a community that gets the work.

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Private community access
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Resource library
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Monthly live office hours
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Expert session recordings
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No revenue requirements

Every tier is application-based, because the right community matters as much as the content.

Growth

$149.00 every month

Cohort-based coaching, peer circles, and structured accountability to accelerate your leadership.

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Everything in Community
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Biweekly peer cohort (6–8 leaders)
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Facilitated by a lead coach
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Structured accountability cadence
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Interactive expert firesides
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For emerging leaders ready to go deeper

Partner

$349.00 every month

Our most hands-on track. A fully custom coaching engagement for leaders ready to go deep.

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Everything in Growth
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1:1 coaching sessions
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Custom leadership plan
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On-demand coach access
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Limited seats · Vetted leaders only

Our Process: Your path from application to community

A simple, intentional process to make sure every member is the right fit, and set up to grow from day one.

Step 1: Apply

Fill out a short application via Google Form for your chosen program

Step 2: We review

Applications are reviewed daily, we look for fit, growth mindset, and readiness

Applicants receive a decision for their application to join this leadership cohort

Step 3: Decision

You'll receive an accept, waitlist, or denial email within 48 hours.

Pay and grab your sport for the next leadership cohort

Step 4: Pay & secure your spot

Accepted members receive a Stripe payment link to confirm enrollment

- Momentum

- Ownership

- Presence

- Intentional

- Resilient

- Momentum - Ownership - Presence - Intentional - Resilient

Our Coaches:

People who've led and love to help others do the same

Our coaches bring real-world leadership experience across nonprofits, corporate, and community sectors.

Thais Martins

Founder

Executive Coaching - Team Dynamics - Strategy - Career Growth

Thais Martins is the founder of Room to Lead and a global operations leader with deep expertise in project management, strategy and team leadership. With over 20 years of experience leading complex research and operations initiatives, she is passionate about helping others grow into confident, grounded leaders through authenticity and human connection.

Roger Velasquez

Roger Velasquez is a global media leader and co-founder of Room to Lead, where he focuses on developing the next generation of resilient, grounded leaders. With deep experience across strategy, performance, and team leadership, he brings a practical, no-nonsense approach to growth—both for businesses and the people behind them.

Co - Founder

Mentorship - Communication - Culture - Inclusive Leadership

FAQs

What happens after I submit an application?

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Applications are reviewed daily by our team. You'll receive an acceptance, waitlist, or denial email within 48 hours. Accepted members will receive a Stripe payment link to secure their spot

What makes someone a good fit for Room to Lead?

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We look for leaders who have a genuine growth mindset, are ready to show up consistently, and value giving as much as receiving. Industry background matters less than attitude.

Can I upgrade my membership tier later?

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Yes — Community members can apply to upgrade to Growth or Partner at any time. Upgrades are subject to cohort availability and a brief review process.

How are cohorts structured in the Growth tier?

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Growth cohorts are groups of 6–8 leaders, meeting biweekly and facilitated by one of our lead coaches. Cohorts are intentionally curated for complementary experience and growth goals.