J O I N T H E C O H O R T

Start with Who

Join a transformative journey to help reveal and activate your unique DNA and identity,
collaborating with other Catholic leaders and leveraging AI to help uncover and clarify your unique design.

Watch the video below to hear Rick Newton talk about the upcoming cohort and the importance of starting with who:

Why Start with Who?

Understanding “Who you are” is foundational to life and leadership. Leaders often strive for clarity around their goals, values, and purpose, but many overlook the critical step of starting with their unique design. By exploring your personal DNA — your innate strengths and uniqueness — you unlock the answers to life’s most essential questions:

  • WHY am I here? – A Purpose that Propels

  • HOW should I live? – The Values You Live By

  • WHERE am I headed? – Your Vision of the Future

Leaders who deeply understand their design experience greater confidence, conviction, and contentment. They move beyond the surface of what they do to operate authentically and effectively. This isn’t just another exercise in self-awareness; it’s a transformative process that aligns your life and leadership with who you were truly made to be.

The journey begins with uncovering the masterpiece within you. When leaders show up fully themselves, they can unlock the potential to lead a life of meaning, purpose, and fulfilment.

4 Virtual Sessions

Every Other Week 

Session 01

Exploring Your Design

Wed, Sep 17 at 4:00-5:30 pm ET

Session 02

Identifying Clues to Your DNA

Wed, Oct 1 at 4:00-5:30 pm ET

Session 03

Developing Identity Markers

Wed, Oct 15 at 4:00-5:30 pm ET

Session 04

Finalising & Action Planning

Wed, Oct 29 at 4:00-5:30 pm ET

What people are saying:

“I felt like I was self-aware going into this program, but it gave me more permission to really lean into my unique design as a leader—rather than apologizing for it.”

– Lauren E.

“This has been a bit of a reset for me. It’s forced me to reflect on how I interact with people, and getting consistent feedback from my colleagues and friends was a huge reassurance that I was showing up authentically.”

– Simon P.

“I was able to bring my finalized DNA markers into our senior leadership strategy meeting. It gave me an entirely new level of clarity in how I contribute to the team, and it was game-changing.”

– Martin D.

Collaborate with a

Fellow Traveler

Enhance your learning and growth by meeting 1:1 with a fellow traveler on the journey. This structured connection provides space for collaborative discussions, shared accountability, and practical application.

As you articulate your insights and another perspective, you’ll deepen your understanding, sharpen your own DNA Markers, and refine your ideas.

These 1:1 meetings will help you stay consistent and engaged, turning learning and application into a transformative and rewarding experience.

AskIsaac® – Your Personal

AI Thought-Partner

AskIsaac® combines advanced technology with meaningful human insight to help you uncover the core themes that define your uniqueness.

By integrating assessments, personal experiences, and feedback from others, AskIsaac quickly identifies patterns, themes, and connections to craft a rich and comprehensive vocabulary that reflects who you are.

This holistic process provides the tools you need to draft, refine, and articulate your DNA markers with precision, unlocking deeper self-understanding and fostering meaningful growth.

None of your data is shared externally or used to train underlying AI models.

Your Guides for the Journey

Matt Ingold

Metanoia Catholic

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Joe Shannon

Director, Newton Institute

Joe skillfully blends strategic insight, visual communication, and a non-anxious facilitative presence to guide leaders and teams on journeys of discovery. He leads the design and development teams that create all solutions at Newton Institute, focusing on purpose-driven tools that combine AI technology with deeply reflective human experience.

Originally from England, Joe moved to Pittsburgh in 2011 to marry his wife, Leah. They now have three wonderful children and enjoy life together in the hills of Western Pennsylvania.

Pricing

$1,000 Per Participant

  • Four Bi-Weekly Class Sessions

  • 1:1s with a Fellow-Traveler

  • Personalized Self-Evaluation Report

  • Lifetime Course Access

  • Interact with AskIsaac® – Your Personal AI Thought Partner

  • Clarity on Your Unique 5-7 Identity Markers

  • Activation & Goal-Setting Guide

Frequently asked questions

  • Once the cohort starts, you will have access to our online learning platform. All the items that need to be completed prior to each session are clearly listed with time estimates for completion. You should plan on 1-2 hours per week as a minimum to complete the exercises, but this is deep work – you may wish to spend more time reflecting and refining to ensure you walk away with DNA markers that truly describe you.

  • Triad groups are required to meet for one hour weekly between sessions. Questions and instructions will be provided to guide the discussion. Each triad will be assigned by Newton Institute and the group will have flexibility to decide on the best day/time to meet.

  • If you are interested, submit the application below, and we will reach out with more details!

  • We are only accepting applications from those who can attend all session dates listed to honour the time and commitment of the other participants. Sessions will be recorded, but engaging in sessions is essential.

  • We believe that facilitators and coaches learn best by experiencing the content first-hand. Joining this cohort is a great first step if you want to make an impact by helping others understand their unique design. Once you complete the journey through this cohort, we can discuss next steps of training and certification.

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