Thomas (TJ) and Derek Baird are business leaders, speakers, authors, and leadership developers dedicated to helping individuals, teams, and organizations reach their full potential. Together, they bring more than six decades of executive leadership experience and a shared passion for developing leaders at every level. Through Warrior Dad Stories, TJ's Reforge philosophy focuses on personal transformation, resilience, and purposeful leadership, while Derek's Cultivating Leaders philosophy emphasizes coaching, teaching, and mentoring to develop the next generation of leaders.
United by the belief that leadership is an investment in people, they equip organizations with practical tools to strengthen culture, develop talent, and build resilient leaders. As active members of the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce, they are committed to supporting local businesses, fostering collaboration, and cultivating a legacy of unstoppable leaders.