ABC San Diego is partnering with Grey Monkey Group to bring you hands‑on leadership training for every level—supervisors, emerging leaders, and seasoned managers. Our classes focus on the real-world skills that move teams forward: clear communication, conflict resolution, culture building, coaching, accountability, and effective collaboration. Choose a single class or a multi-session series designed to boost engagement, improve performance, and create a workplace where people can do their best work.

Why Attend

Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level?

By attending our classes, you will:

  • Gain Valuable Knowledge: Learn from industry experts and seasoned leaders who will provide you with practical insights and strategies to enhance your leadership style.
  • Expand Your Network: Connect with like-minded individuals and build valuable relationships that can support your professional growth and development.
  • Boost Your Confidence: Develop the confidence and skills needed to lead with authority and effectiveness in any situation.
  • Stay Ahead of the Curve: Keep up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in leadership, ensuring that you are well-equipped to navigate the ever-changing business landscape.

Invest in yourself and become the leader you were meant to be. Join one of our classes or series with Grey Monkey Group and unlock your full potential today.

Course Pricing

Per Class: Members – $210 | Non-Members – $240

Per Series: $700 for Members and Non-Members

Class Schedule

Skillful Communication

August 22, 2025

9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Leadership Coaching Series

Every Other Wednesday
September 17 – October 15

3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Safe Conversations

November 6, 2025

3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Meet Our Presenter

Lisa Nordquist, Founder of Grey Monkey Group

Lisa Nordquist, CEC, ACC, CHWC, is an expert in interpersonal development and communication, helping individuals and teams utilize the most effective emotional intelligence and communication skills. A dynamic, entertaining speaker and facilitator, Lisa has worked for over 25 years with corporations, organizations and government agencies, using evidenced-based but practical techniques in motivating behavior change in individuals and groups. Lisa offers solid, sustainable solutions for people-problems, waning culture and social intelligence development.

A business owner and accomplished wellness author, Lisa has a B.A. in Psychology, and holds a number of certifications including: ICF ACC level Certification, Certified Executive Coach, Emotional Intelligence credential, Mayo Clinic HW Certification, and recently Connecting at Workä Facilitator certification. In 2014, Lisa authored “Love Yourself Fit: the struggle-free way to end your war with weight, eat anything & live happily-ever-healthy”, winning the Global EBook Awards silver medal.

With a family-owned development business, Lisa began working in and around commercial and residential development and construction as a teen. From sales to job site cleanings, office work to city planning meetings, Lisa grew up in and around the building industry. In recent years, she has served as a Community Planning group board member, collaborating with San Diego City Planning to update the Clairemont Community plan.

Other Classes

ABC San Diego provides quality in-class and online training for construction, general industry businesses, and everyone in between. We offer a wide range of safety, trade, and management classes and seminars on or off site. Whether you need training to meet special guidelines, additional training to enhance your resume, or certification renewal to stay compliant, ABC San Diego can provide a solution. Our classes can be customized for your organization and held on your site or ours.

Get In Touch With Our Team

Leadership Contact