Leadership Development training workshops in Frederick, Maryland

Training / Workshops

Training is a core aspect of our operations, with Ed tailoring each session to the unique needs of his audience, regardless of the duration, from hours to days. The key goal is to ensure participants gain valuable insights into their areas of interest.

Please click here to download an overview of our list of capacity capacity-building topics and methodologies.

Ed’s trainings predominantly cover six critical areas:

These sessions are designed to equip our clients with enhanced understanding and skills in these vital aspects of business and organizational leadership.

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S M

Always very informative and helpful. Gives opinions and suggestions of ways to handles all types of issues I may be having. I think my sessions have helped to make me a better manager.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the nice review!

joe Wolf

Ed has been an unmatched asset to our company and team. He has helped give confidence and clear direction to success.The level of commitment he devotes to all is astonishing. I’m honored to call him Coach and friend.

Michael Gordon

Ed has helped me in so many ways, I can’t describe the impact he has had on my life. Asking me the tough questions I know I need to hear and then listening to me, really listening to me.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words Mike. I am lucky to work with you!

Mark Mcfall

We’re a family owned landscape business been in business 40 plus years over 300 employees ( team members) and going thru a generational change of leadership. Eds experience / knowledge / intellect( many more) in all areas of business and economic situations . Ed has played a large role in are current success . We have used consultant / coaches in are business over the years( little success) for are type service business. ED has been the best by far and the glue that has helped us get are team to a new level of performance/ understanding and what leadership is about in all walks of life. Helping family business continue to thrive in current environment is what his strongest skill set has been for us . Not an easy task in 2022 as all aspects business are changing rapidly but in the end leadership is what it’s all about easy to forget sometimes . Ed will make sure that doesn’t happen. Thank you ED

Response from the owner:Thank you Mark! It is pleasure to work with your team and you!

Phil Cooper

I have known Ed for over a decade in his role as a Vistage Chair and additionally as the Program Chair for Associated Pest Services. Ed and Capacity Building Solutions 5 stars for both, if I could give a 6 I would!!

Let’s start with Vistage. I have watched Ed in action over the years with both his CE and Key groups and the success his members have under his stewardship. I have also been present in his groups as a speaker. I view Ed as one of the top Vistage Chairs in the country as he truly facilitates, coaches and teaches his groups. Ed creates an atmosphere where his members hold each other accountable and when necessary Ed holds them accountable (which is fun to watch in action!!). He also is fierce on a true financial scorecard for each member that adds to the Accountability.

Now let’s turn to Associated. This is a group comprised mostly of CEOs of the top pest control companies in the country. Ed has taken the programming and facilitation of our twice a year meetings to another level over the last 10+ years. Working with our Board of Directors he continues to keep the meetings fresh and lively. Ed also spearheads our annual Benchmarking Survey (the best in the industry) and the full day review of it where we look at best practices and uncover gems. Ed has this down to a science with a lot of art applied.

Bottom line…If you are looking to take your business and yourself to the next level then their is no better person than Ed Robinson and Capacity Building Solutions!!!

Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words Phil. I am only ever as good as the people I work with and you set a very high bar in this regard. It’s been great to have you as client, colleague and most importantly friend!

Rick Campbell

Listens well, helps you think through options and crystalize the ‘real’ goal. In equal parts Ed helps you identify the root cause to challenges and snags and build form that point. Highly recommend Ed’s company and services.

Response from the owner:Thank you Rick!

Kenneth Howes

Ed at Capacity Building Solutions is a top notch coach, teacher, leader and mentor helping companies reach their full potential. I highly recommend any company to invite him in to do a consultation to see where he can help.

Response from the owner:Thank you Kenny!

Robert Wray

Ed has been an instrumental resource in growing my companies, helping me work through large issues, and growing as a leader. His guidance, and group facilitation of problem solving added millions of dollars of value.

Response from the owner:Thank you Rob! It is fun and rewarding watching your dream become a reality. No one deserves it more!

Nancie Ruder

Ed is a seasoned professional with a a deep toolset of best practices and approaches that he applies as they are needed to support business leaders in their growth and challenges. His deep passion for helping leaders is consistently demonstrated. Importantly, he is constructive yet candid, ensuring you hold yourself and himself, accountable to taking action. If you are interested in taking yourself and your business to the next level, and are willing to put in the true effort to get there, working with Capacity Building Solutions will help you realize your goals.

Response from the owner:Thank you Nancie! It is great having you as a member!

doug groves

Ed Robinson was an important Coach for me at a most difficult time in my business. He caring and guidance helped me to make the best decisions. Every CEO or Leader of an organization should make the time to have a coach. With Ed Robinson you’ll experience the best.
– Doug Groves

Response from the owner:Thank you Doug. It was a privilege to work with you and be not only your coach, but become your friend.

I lacked the confidence to be fearless. Ed gave me confidence, provided empathy, and taught me business acumen so that I could take risks. Since meeting him and joining vistage, my company has tripled in size.

Jennifer Kerhin
Ed is the consummate facilitator/coach/chair. He is 100% vested in every member of the vistage group. He pushes you hard to achieve your potential. His success is measured by your success, yet ed is compassionate when you are struggling. He gets the best possible out of you, period!

Mark Cissell
Ed has pushed me to think more decisively about people, process and overall management decisions. Ed has also supported and provided very personal guidance through some challenging times in my personal life. His guidance has been invaluable to my business and my personal life!

Fred Chandler
Ed has greatly affected my life personally and professionally in such a positive way. I have learned so much about myself from his thoughtful mentoring and passion to help.

Jack Phelps
Ed has helped me through the ups and down of our business. I met ed when we were a 1.5m company and today we are 13m. Ed has been a true part of growing our business.

Nick Damoulakis
Ed’s vested interest in my self and my career have taught me effective prioritization and the value of setting goals and provided guidance in achieving the goals. He has taught patience and perseverance, with a focus on balance in all aspects of business and life.

Thomas Hamilton
Ed robinson is not an ordinary vistage chair. Ed demands progress, process improvement, and growth. It’s his personal mission to make sure that your business lives up to it’s full potential.

Kevin Poland