Who i am

Chad Seegmiller is a recognized leader in organizational development and transformation, known for his ability to foster collaborative, high-performing teams through unique methodologies inspired by both nature and human potential. Chad is the founder of Modern Monk Consulting, a firm dedicated to helping businesses achieve harmony, alignment, and purpose by transforming their organizational models to emulate the structure and efficiency of a honeybee hive.

Professional Accomplishments:

  • Awarded the Portland Trail Blazers Hometown Hero: This award highlights Chad's dedication to community and leadership, celebrating his impact on fostering positive growth and collaboration.

  • Certified CliftonStrengths Consultant: Chad leverages CliftonStrengths to help teams identify and amplify their natural talents, creating a common language that fosters deeper engagement and synergy among team members.

  • Utilizes The Living Organization System (TLOS™): Inspired by the work of Norman Wolfe, Chad applies this living system model to help businesses align their energy, purpose, and relationships, transforming organizations into dynamic, adaptive entities.

  • Extensive Experience in Leadership Development: With his "heart-centered leadership" approach, Chad has worked with a range of corporate clients, guiding leaders to embrace empathy, authenticity, and connection in order to create environments where both individuals and teams can thrive.

Vision and Approach:

Chad’s work with Modern Monk Consulting stands out due to his focus on helping organizations develop a “hive mind”—a concept inspired by Daniel Coyle’s insights in The Culture Code. By fostering community over individualism, he helps teams develop a collective intelligence and shared purpose, enabling them to collaborate more effectively and work toward common goals. His deep understanding of people development ensures that each individual’s strengths contribute to the whole, driving both personal and organizational success.

Through a unique blend of community-building, strengths-based coaching, and the triad model, Chad helps businesses overcome challenges and develop sustainable pathways to growth, embodying his mission to transform teams into thriving ecosystems where purpose, collaboration, and vision drive lasting change.

Chad’s clients consistently praise his ability to create safe spaces for honest self-reflection, his deep listening skills, and his talent for aligning team strengths with organizational goals. His leadership journey, community service, and relentless pursuit of creating meaningful impact make him a trusted partner for companies looking to build a future-ready workforce.

Brand Manifesto:

Purpose: "Uniting people, focusing on what matters."

Vision: Modern Monk Consulting envisions a world where every individual, community, and organization harnesses the power of harmony to create a future that is peaceful, prosperous, and collaborative. We see a tomorrow where decisions are made with a deep sense of shared responsibility, where every step taken is a step towards unity, understanding, and global well-being.

Values:

  • Empathy: We put ourselves in the shoes of others, ensuring that every solution is considerate and compassionate.

  • Integrity: Our actions are consistently aligned with our words, upholding the highest ethical standards.

  • Collaboration: We believe in the strength of working together, creating partnerships that transcend boundaries.

  • Inclusivity: Our approach is to respect and value diverse perspectives, fostering a culture where everyone is heard and honored.

  • Sustainability: We commit to strategies that ensure long-term benefits and positive impacts for generations to come.

Promise: Modern Monk Consulting promises to empower our clients with strategies, insights, and tools that not only elevate their operational success but also contribute to a larger societal good. We pledge to be architects of change, co-creating with our clients a future that is grounded in the principles of peace, prosperity, and partnership.

Positioning: In a world of competition and short-term gains, Modern Monk Consulting stands unique as a firm that aligns business success with the harmonious development of society. We bring a unique blend of strategic acumen and ethical consulting to forge paths that others haven't trodden, positioning us at the intersection of innovation, morality, and growth.

Personality: Our brand exudes a personality of wisdom blended with modernity. We are the sage advisors with a forward-thinking mindset, the calm amidst the corporate storm, and the voice of reason when the way forward seems unclear. Modern Monk Consulting is your partner in not just navigating the present but in conscientiously crafting the world of tomorrow.