Lead Boldly. Empower Fearlessly. Build Your Legacy.

At Legacy Healthcare Consulting, we know leadership isn’t a title—it’s a choice. That’s why we created the LEGACY Leadership Academy: a dynamic leadership development program built by leaders, for leaders, in post-acute and long-term care.

Whether you’re managing teams in a skilled nursing setting, guiding operations, leading clinical care, or simply want to grow where you’re planted—this academy is your launchpad.

We believe leadership should be clear, personal, and practical. That’s what LEGACY delivers.

What is the LEGACY Leadership Academy?

More than a course, this is a community. A culture-building, accountability-shaping, people-first experience that helps leaders grow through clarity, coaching, and connection.

Led by Chris Ross—post-acute leadership expert, author of LEGACY Leadership, and host of Pillar Talk—this 8-week program is built around our proven framework: the LEGACY model.

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Upcoming Sessions

Winter 2026

Registration opens October 8, 2025.

Start: January 8, 2026
End: February 26, 2026
Early Bird: December 8, 2025 (25% off)
Registration Closes: December 26, 2025

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Spring 2026

Registration to open Winter 2025/26.

Start: April 2, 2026
End: May 21, 2026
Early Bird: March 2, 2026 (25% off)
Registration Closes: March 19, 2026

Summer 2026

Registration to open Spring 2026.

Start: June 4, 2026
End: July 23, 2026
Early Bird: May 4, 2026 (25% off)
Registration Closes: May 21, 2026

Choose Your Track

Step Up with Live Sessions

Take your learning to the next level with exclusive live interaction and personalized support, plus opportunities to connect with peers.

Led by Chris Ross (author of LEGACY Leadership, host of Pillar Talk, Ben Newman certified coach)
Weekly takeaways to apply key lessons right away
Downloadable workbook for personalized learning and note-taking
Access to an exclusive platform for all course materials and recordings
8 live virtual sessions (1 hour each) with Chris Ross
Live Q&A after every session to get your specific questions answered
Recordings of live sessions delivered the same day for maximum flexibility
Community group chat to share ideas, get support, and network with fellow leaders
Guest content expert appearances to bring new insights to the table
Earn your LEGACY Leader Certification upon successful completion of the course

Corporate Package

For organizations looking for a tailored solution, the corporate package is the ultimate leadership development experience.

Everything in Live Coaching

Custom sessions designed to focus on your organization’s unique opportunities
An exclusive group for your organization, fostering cohesive team-building
In-person session for Week 8 at YOUR headquarters
Inspirational presentation by Coach Chris to motivate your team
Awards ceremony for LEGACY Leader Certification to celebrate success

Who Should Apply?

Skilled nursing and post-acute leaders
Directors of Nursing, Administrators, and regional leaders
Clinical and department heads
Healthcare professionals ready to lead differently

No leadership experience required. Just a desire to grow, connect, and lead with purpose.

What You’ll Achieve

By the end of the academy, you’ll:

✅ Build trust and credibility through compassionate accountability.

✅ Improve team performance with clear, collaborative communication.

✅ Learn to lead with grace, empathy, and accountability.

✅ Earn your LEGACY Leader Certification—a testament to your leadership growth.

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Want a Free Preview?

Check out Pillar Talk – our podcast where Chris and other leaders talk shop on what really works in healthcare leadership.

Learn More: LEGACY Leadership Book

Chris Ross’s best-selling book is the foundation of the Academy. It’s a no-fluff, straight-to-the-point manual for post-acute leaders.

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What Leaders Are Saying

Jessica Bark

“Legacy Healthcare helped me become more comfortable with being me and being great for my employees! I was the first recipient of a scholarship they are doing with the Wisconsin Director of Nursing Coalition, and it was an honor to receive this advice and teaching. Chris is very passionate about this and wants everyone he…

Melissa Zeithammel

“My experience with Legacy is their Leadership Academy. This online learning course touched on different areas of a leadership role. Not just a copy and paste “leadership” in 10 steps type class. Legacy teaches with authenticity therefore you are able to understand the practical experiences that gives you the tools to grow from. The course…

Summer 2025 Attendee

“I had the privilege of joining The Legacy Leadership Academy, and it was truly a transformative experience. In just eight weeks, I gained practical tools for leadership, accountability, and communication, while strengthening values like empathy and gratitude. The flexible format made learning easy. This program is an excellent investment for anyone looking to grow as…

Kaiya S.

“I would recommend completing this 8 week course for ANYONE. It provides you a place and time to really focus on yourself and make changes to better your life professionally and personally. I got more out of this than I anticipated and am so thankful I made the decision to join.”

Jessica B., DON

Brad D.

“I recently had the opportunity to be a part of The Legacy Leadership Academy, and it was an incredible experience. This training was not only inspiring—it was transformational. The Academy equips you with the tools, strategies, and mindset needed to become a more effective and impactful leader. What truly sets it apart is how it…

April 2025 Academy Attendee

Thanks for this weeks class! Talking about empathy, connection, and that type of leadership – I can talk about all day! The turn around that has happened in my community is proof of how powerful human connection is!

Jesse R., Executive Director

“5 Stars – Inspirational Leadership Experience I recently had the opportunity to participate in the Legacy Leadership Course facilitated by Chris Ross—and it has been nothing short of transformational. This wasn’t just another leadership seminar with theories and clichés. This was a deep dive into who you are, why you lead, and how to grow…

Alex S., Sr. Director of Procurement

“Legacy Leadership Academy – an incredible experience. Over the course of each week, we went through the Legacy pillars and learned how to apply them in our current roles, allowing us to expand on our leadership knowledge and practices. The layout of the course was top notch – bringing us together as a group from…

Marcus M., Franchise Owner and Operator, Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control

“I manage a team of 15 people in southeastern Wisconsin who provide humane wildlife control solutions for homeowners, and I recently finished the LEGACY Leadership Academy a couple of weeks ago. And I’ve got to say, I was really impressed with Chris’s approach to leadership in general. It was a great contrast from the very…

Contact us today to see how we can help you create your legacy.

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