Access to Growth Learning Solutions

Access to Growth Learning Solutions Learning's about method & experience. We revolutionize learning for equitable growth opportunities.

Organizations work with BCG Learning Solutions to design, implement, and improve performance. Through our practices, we identify people and process challenges that may be preventing your organization from achieving optimal results. In our evaluations, we find that many of the disruptions to efficiency come down to proper instruction and application. Committed to building long-term relationships with our clients is why we provide best-in-class service. Simply put, we 1) listen first, 2) reflect on the solutions needed to solve a problem, and 3) act to help you implement the desired changes.

08/27/2026

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Some buildings change skylines. Others change lives.Over the past several years, I've had the privilege of partnering wi...
07/27/2026

Some buildings change skylines. Others change lives.

Over the past several years, I've had the privilege of partnering with Thomas Matya and the incredible team Opportunity House, Inc. to develop the leaders who serve one of the most important missions in our communities.
These photos capture much more than construction. They represent a vision becoming reality.

Opportunity House is building a new Workforce Development & Training Center that will expand opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through vocational training, life skills development, community-based employment, volunteer experiences, and innovative STEAM learning through Project Lead The Way. It will be the first program of its kind in Illinois dedicated to preparing adults with IDD for greater independence, meaningful employment, and lifelong success.

But what inspires me most isn't the new space. It's the philosophy behind it.

Opportunity House has never viewed its mission as simply providing housing. Their vision has always been much bigger: creating opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to learn, work, contribute, and thrive. That same commitment extends to their staff. Through continuous leadership development and professional learning, they invest in the people who make that mission possible every single day.

I've watched this organization challenge itself to become better year after year, always asking one question:

"How do we create an even better experience for the people we serve?"

That question is now taking shape in concrete, steel, classrooms, collaborative learning spaces, and a first-of-its-kind workforce development center that will change lives for generations.

Congratulations to Tom Matya and the entire Opportunity House team for turning a bold vision into reality.

If you've never visited Opportunity House, I encourage you to schedule a tour. Walk the campus. Meet the people. See firsthand what's being built, not just in brick and mortar, but in confidence, opportunity, independence, and hope.

As this remarkable facility nears completion, Opportunity House is also seeking a visionary corporate partner for the naming rights of its new indoor court. You can view their Capital Campaign packet: https://lnkd.in/gPbHMTiH

It is an opportunity for an organization that believes in workforce development, inclusion, and investing in human potential to leave a lasting legacy in our community.

I'm proud that Access to Growth Learning Solutions has played a small part in helping develop the leaders who make this mission possible every day. Watching this next chapter unfold has been inspiring, and I can't wait to see the impact this facility will have on individuals, families, and our community for decades to come.
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Last week, I had the opportunity to speak at the College of DuPage Apprenticeship Reception, celebrating the graduates a...
05/05/2026

Last week, I had the opportunity to speak at the College of DuPage Apprenticeship Reception, celebrating the graduates and the organizations investing in the future of talent. Shout out to Josie Wallace for the invite!

One thing is clear: Apprenticeships don’t succeed because of structure alone. They succeed because of the quality of the mentor–mentee relationship.

And that relationship is only as strong as the communication behind it.

In the work we’re doing, we focus on helping both mentors and mentees build greater self-awareness: how they communicate, how they lead, how they receive information, and how they approach their work. Because when people understand their own tendencies, strengths, and blind spots, the dynamic shifts.

Accountability increases. Trust strengthens. Conversations become more productive.

That’s where mentorship becomes effective, not by chance, but by design.

Grateful to contribute to a space that is actively shaping how we develop people, not just place them.
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A proud moment at the close of our Executive Leadership Program with the incredible team at MISUMI USA.Standing shoulder...
11/21/2025

A proud moment at the close of our Executive Leadership Program with the incredible team at MISUMI USA.

Standing shoulder to shoulder with leaders who don’t just carry titles, but take responsibility with empathy, vision, and a relentless drive to grow.

A heartfelt thank you to Nobu Ashida San, Randy Yu, Denise Helmeyer, and every leader who showed up not just in title, but in purpose. Your insight, candor, and dedication to your teams, and most importantly, to your own development, set a powerful standard.

We anchored our sessions in a simple truth:
“Customers don’t experience our org chart or our policies; they experience the friction those things create.” – Takamatsu & Yamaguchi (2017)

In working with senior leaders across industries, one truth continues to ring loud: You don’t rise to the level of your ambition. You rise to the clarity of your systems. And when senior leaders engage in growth, not for performance alone, but to reduce friction, align intent, and model purpose, they lead movements, not just teams.

To everyone who showed up fully, thank you! Your presence was the strategy and will echo in every conversation, decision, and system shift you inspire.

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Honored to Learn With — Not Just Teach — at OEIG✨ Truly honored to guide and engage with the Office of Executive Inspect...
10/17/2025

Honored to Learn With — Not Just Teach — at OEIG

✨ Truly honored to guide and engage with the Office of Executive Inspector General and a room full of dedicated, inspiring, and insightful professionals. There's something powerful about being surrounded by people who choose to show up — who serve with purpose and seek to grow, challenge assumptions, and lead with clarity.

Together, we wrestled with what it truly means to center critical thinking in our decision-making. This wasn’t just theory — we pushed each other, learned from one another, and walked away with a deeper realization: this work isn’t about intelligence, it’s about awareness.

The goal is simple — to recognize, faster and more clearly, when our default habits of reacting, retreating, or reverting to what’s comfortable are taking over. In high-stress, high-stakes environments, we rarely slow down enough to notice. But awareness is the first step — and often the most transformative one — in building the discipline of thinking critically when it matters most.

🔍 One of our most powerful takeaways?
“What do we need to think about?”
…instead of the default, “What do we think?”

Our brains are wired for efficiency — which often means labeling things, people, or situations too quickly for comfort or control. But labels become lenses, and that lens can cloud facts with assumptions.

Deep gratitude to Christine Benavente, Susan Haling, and Pat Foley from the OEIG and my L&D colleague Denise Helmeyer for the foresight to bring this experience to life — and most importantly, letting me be of service. Thank you all!

Let’s keep asking better questions.
Let’s keep thinking better.
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🎉 Celebrating Leadership in Action at Opportunity House! 🎉Over the last six months, I had the honor of leading the Oppor...
07/24/2025

🎉 Celebrating Leadership in Action at Opportunity House! 🎉

Over the last six months, I had the honor of leading the Opportunity House Leadership Training Program with the incredible support of Tracey M. Crawford CTRS, CPRP, Senior Learning Strategist and Head of Compliance Curriculum. This initiative, in close partnership with Tom Matya, Executive Director of Opportunity House, Inc., was more than just a training—it was a mission to elevate leadership and quality care across the organization.

From day one, this cohort of emerging and established leaders answered the call. They came together from every corner of the organization, united by purpose. They embraced the challenges, leaned into the learning, supported one another—and succeeded.

This program culminated in a final session on Resilience & Adaptability, a fitting end to a transformative journey. But the certificate they received is not the finish line. It’s the beginning of how each of them will continue to show up—for their clients, their colleagues, and themselves.

💬 As participants reflected:
“The program helped me realize I can be a leader, not just a worker.”
“It gave me the confidence to speak up and advocate not only for my clients—but for my peers.”
“I now know how to set clearer expectations, listen better, and coach instead of correct.”
“This was the first training that actually spoke to the realities of our work.”

Thank you, Tom, for delivering a moving and motivational close to this series. Your presence at every session, your thoughtful engagement, and your unwavering belief in your team spoke volumes. That kind of leadership sets the tone—and it does not go unnoticed.

Congratulations again to our resilient, purpose-driven leaders. You’ve laid the foundation for something remarkable.

🎬 Lights, Leadership, Action! | A Show-Stopping Day at Opportunity HouseLast week, our team at Access to Growth Learning...
06/17/2025

🎬 Lights, Leadership, Action! | A Show-Stopping Day at Opportunity House

Last week, our team at Access to Growth Learning Solutions had the honor of co-directing a truly unforgettable production — the 2025 Opportunity House Annual Staff Event.

With a full house of passionate professionals, we transformed a traditional training day into a red-carpet experience filled with:
✨ Emotionally intelligent leadership development
📊 Hands-on metrics and accountability challenges
🎥 Storyboarding what compassionate care looks like
🎭 Reflective “screen test” moments of personal growth

Themed around the power of movies and the roles we play each day, the event reminded us all: you don’t need a stage to lead — just the courage to show up.

💡 From costume contests and trivia to deeply personal leadership reflections, this event proved that learning sticks best when it feels like something you’re proud to be a part of.

To Tom Matya and the Opportunity House leadership team — thank you for your trust, creativity, and commitment to staff empowerment.

To the cast and crew: Bravo. The credits may roll, but your next act is just beginning. 🎞️

05/05/2025

Are your trainers prepared to lead learning that drives real results?

We’ve developed a customizable workshop series designed specifically for organizations that want to elevate their internal training teams.

Backed by adult learning science, cognitive behavioral theory, and real-world facilitation tools, our series empowers trainers to deliver engaging, outcomes-driven experiences—from the front line to leadership.

🔹 Custom format
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🔹 Impact that lasts

🎥 Watch the video to see how we partner with you to build a high-performance learning culture.

Let’s create something powerful together.

🔒 Is your team compliance-ready?Protect your people. Strengthen your culture. Stay audit-ready.Our Compliance & Regulato...
04/24/2025

🔒 Is your team compliance-ready?
Protect your people. Strengthen your culture. Stay audit-ready.

Our Compliance & Regulatory Training covers: ✅ Harassment Prevention
✅ OSHA & Safety
✅ Accessibility & Equity
✅ Executive Coaching & Mediation

💡 Results you can trust:
✔️ Boosted audit scores
✔️ Improved staff confidence
✔️ Better retention & morale

Led by Tracey Crawford, our programs are custom-built for your industry.
Let’s build a safer, smarter workplace—together.

📲 Learn more: myatg.org/compliance-regulatory-curriculum-training
📩 DM us to schedule a free consult!

🌟 How do you show up for your team? 🌟That’s the question we challenged ourselves with during our Accountability & Metric...
04/17/2025

🌟 How do you show up for your team? 🌟

That’s the question we challenged ourselves with during our Accountability & Metrics session at Opportunity House this week.

Leadership isn't just about having the right intentions — it's about how we deliver outcomes and how we carry ourselves along the way.
We spent the day digging deep into two fundamental leadership anchors:

✋ Accountability: Ownership of outcomes

🤚 Responsibility: Ownership of tasks

When both hands meet, we close the loop — delivering the leadership and quality care that organizations like Opportunity House are committed to every day.

Metrics matter.
In our session led by Tracey Crawford, Head of Compliance and Regulatory Curriculum for Access to Growth Learning Solutions, participants explored the critical role of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Behavior Indicators (KBIs) in defining what success really looks like:

KPIs = What must get done

KBIs = How it must be done

For Opportunity House, that success is measured in leadership behaviors and the quality of care provided to clients.
Your organization’s mission might be different — but the principle remains:

You can't lead what you don't measure.
You can't achieve excellence without connecting behavior to outcomes.

Tracey’s guidance showed how leadership and compliance aren't separate—they are joined at the hip. Together, they create the conditions for accountability, growth, and lasting impact.

Proud to work alongside leaders who are stepping up, speaking up, and measuring their growth with clarity and purpose.

If you're ready to strengthen leadership and compliance in your organization, check out Tracey’s important work ➡️ Compliance & Regulatory Curriculum Services.

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