Seattle, WA · Online Learning · Est. 2017

Leadership courses built for working professionals

Full Circle Leadership LLC delivers online qualification programs — not a traditional school, but structured learning you can apply on Monday morning. Self-paced modules, live cohorts, and executive coaching for managers ready to grow.

Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sat by appointment

Professional studying leadership materials on a laptop at home
Self-Paced · Foundational

Leadership Foundations

Core principles of influence, accountability, and team direction — six modules you complete on your schedule.

Business professional presenting to colleagues in a modern conference room
Live Cohort · Intermediate

Executive Communication

Present with clarity, handle tough conversations, and align stakeholders across your organization.

Executive analyzing business data and charts on a laptop
Live Cohort · Advanced

Strategic Decision-Making

Frameworks for evaluating trade-offs, building consensus, and executing decisions under uncertainty.

Diverse team collaborating on a project around a table
Self-Paced · Intermediate

Team Influence & Motivation

Build trust, delegate effectively, and keep distributed teams engaged without micromanaging.

Leader facilitating a change management planning session with whiteboard
Live Cohort · Intermediate

Change Management Essentials

Lead teams through transitions, reduce resistance, and communicate change with confidence.

Manager and employee in a one-on-one coaching conversation
Coaching · Intermediate

Coaching Skills for Managers

Shift from directing to coaching — ask better questions and develop talent on your team.

Professional taking notes during a personal development session
Self-Paced · Foundational

Emotional Intelligence at Work

Self-awareness, empathy, and regulation skills that improve every leadership conversation.

Two professionals resolving a disagreement with a constructive handshake
Live Cohort · Intermediate

Conflict Resolution Workshop

De-escalate tension, mediate disputes, and restore productive working relationships.

Remote leader on a video call with team members on screen
Self-Paced · Intermediate

Leading Remote Teams

Build culture, accountability, and connection when your team is distributed or hybrid.

Senior executive speaking with authority at a leadership summit
Live Cohort · Advanced

Executive Presence Masterclass

Command the room — gravitas, storytelling, and executive-level communication for senior leaders.

Why Full Circle

Professional development that fits real schedules

We are an online learning provider — not a degree-granting institution. Every program is designed for working leaders who need practical skills, not theory for its own sake.

  • Applied, not academic

    Assignments tie directly to your current role. You leave each module with tools you can use the same week — stakeholder maps, coaching scripts, decision frameworks.

  • Flexible formats

    Choose self-paced courses you finish on your timeline, live cohorts with peer accountability, or 1:1 executive coaching when you need personalized guidance.

  • Qualification you can show

    Completion certificates, credential tracks, and documented continuing education hours for HR and professional development records.

  • Nationwide reach, Seattle roots

    Founded in 2017 and based in Seattle, we serve professionals across the U.S. All sessions are delivered online — cohorts meet via live video, self-paced content is available 24/7.

Founded by Christopher Fontana

Christopher Fontana, Principal of Full Circle Leadership LLC, has spent decades developing leaders in corporate, nonprofit, and entrepreneurial settings. He built Full Circle in 2017 to make high-quality leadership qualification accessible online — without the overhead of a traditional executive education program.

Christopher works directly with cohort participants and coaching clients, ensuring programs stay grounded in real leadership challenges rather than generic management theory.

  • 2017Founded
  • OnlineNationwide
  • SeattleBased

Core programs

How we help leaders grow

  • 01

    Self-Paced Online Courses

    On-demand video modules, workbooks, and assessments you complete on your schedule — ideal for busy managers building foundational skills.

  • 02

    Live Cohort Programs

    Structured multi-week programs with live facilitator sessions, peer discussion, and applied capstone projects tied to your workplace.

  • 03

    Executive Coaching

    One-on-one coaching for directors, VPs, and emerging executives — personalized development plans with accountability between sessions.

  • 04

    Corporate Team Training

    Custom leadership academies for organizations — cohort licensing, team assessments, and qualification tracks aligned to your competency model.

Questions

Common questions

Is Full Circle Leadership a traditional school or university?

No. We are an online professional development provider focused on leadership qualification for working adults. We offer courses, cohorts, coaching, and certificates — not degrees. Programs are designed to build practical skills you apply immediately in your organization.

How do self-paced courses work?

After enrollment, you receive immediate access to video modules, workbooks, and assessments through our learning portal. Complete modules on your schedule — most self-paced courses take 4–8 hours total. You have 12 months of access from purchase date.

What is included in live cohort programs?

Live cohorts include scheduled video sessions (typically weekly), peer discussion forums, facilitator feedback on assignments, and a completion certificate. Session recordings are available if you miss a live class. Cohorts cap at 16 participants for meaningful interaction.

Do you offer continuing education credits?

Yes. Most programs include documented CEU hours suitable for HR professional development records. We provide completion certificates with hours listed. Check with your employer or licensing body for specific acceptance requirements.

What is your refund and transfer policy?

Self-paced courses: full refund within 7 days if less than 20% completed. Live cohorts: full refund up to 14 days before start; 50% refund 7–14 days before; transfers to a future cohort allowed once with 7+ days notice. Coaching packages are non-refundable after the first session.

Get started

Enroll or request a consultation

Tell us which program interests you and we'll confirm enrollment details, cohort start dates, or coaching availability. Christopher Fontana responds within one business day.

Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sat by appointment · Sun closed
Closed major holidays.