Griffin Institute
THREE CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE
CENTER FOR CHARACTER EXCELLENCETarget Audience: K-12 students Where Young Leaders Discover the Hero Within
CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP IN ACTIONTarget Audience: Entry-level leaders through seasoned executives Strengthening Today’s Leaders to go Above and Beyond
CENTER FOR THE ELEVATION OF HONORTarget Audience: Researchers, thought leaders, and practitioners called to values-based action Connecting people & ideas to ignite thought leadership and the spirit of America
Developed by leadership expertsinspired by Medal of Honor recipients
The Griffin Institute explores and activates the stories, lessons, and values of Medal of Honor recipients through national and regional conferences, seminars, forums, team-building experiences, and immersive programs.OUR MISSION
To inspire, equip, and connect people to live the values of the Medal of Honor, so that everyone can have a life of success and significance and realize the full potential of our nation.
INSPIREConspicuous courage in the moments that matter.
EQUIPLeaders at every age and stage to advance the greater good.
CONNECTA community and country connected through character.
We embody Medal of Honor values
- INTEGRITY: Being honest, keeping your word, and doing what is right, especially when it’s hard.
- COURAGE: Acting despite fear, danger, or hardship.
- COMMITMENT: Drawing on the internal force that binds you to an idea, relationship, or goal.
- SACRIFICE: Risking or giving up something of value for someone or something else.
- CITIZENSHIP: The responsibility to participate and contribute to your community, society, or nation.
- PATRIOTISM: The love, pride, and appreciation you have for your country.
CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP IN ACTION
Unrivaled Programs and Experiences: Enhancing leadership skills and impact through immersive, in-person and virtual programs featuring Medal of Honor recipients and led by world-class instructors, experts, and facilitators.
Proven Tools and Solutions: Strengthening leadership impact through tested motivations, mindsets, and methods to succeed in leading with Honor.
Enduring Network of Leaders: Connecting participants through their shared commitment to extending the impact of the lessons of Honor.
LEADING IN THE MOMENT: VALUES IN ACTION (MAY 12-15)
CENTER FOR CHARACTER EXCELLENCE
Inspiring Students Everywhere: Promoting the values, behaviors, and choices of everyday heroes through interactive and immersive learning.
Equipping ‘Character Champions’:Equipping adults with the tools, resources, and forums to support a thriving character ecosystem in every aspect of a young person’s life.
Connecting and Energizing: Offering opportunities for students and teachers to support and encourage each other as they apply the lessons of Honor.
CENTER FOR THE ELEVATION OF HONOR
Cutting-edge Conversations and Inquiry: Facilitating dialog, education, and examination of important Honor-related topics with thought leaders to advance our collective understanding and application.
Hub for Strategies and Solutions: Providing a central repository for Institute-inspired research, insights, strategies, and tools to help anyone better live and lead with Honor.
The Catalyst for Connection: An energizing forum for assembling experts and practitioners at all levels hungry to challenge, support, and sharpen each other on their common journey of Honor.
