Dr. Maria Church of Government Leadership Solutions announcing acquisition of Elevate USA Inc. for public sector workforce development.

Public Sector Leadership Development: GLS Acquires Elevate USA

ByGovernment Leadership Solutions

The public sector faces unprecedented workforce demands, from shifting demographics to evolving leadership requirements. To meet these challenges head-on, Government Leadership Solutions (GLS) has officially acquired Elevate USA Inc.

This strategic acquisition unites two premier public-sector training organizations. Operating under the Elevate USA brand going forward, the combined entity creates a powerhouse dedicated to driving national workforce development and empowering public sector leadership across local, state, and federal agencies.

Dr. Maria Church of Government Leadership Solutions announcing acquisition of Elevate USA Inc. for public sector workforce development.

What This Acquisition Means for Government Workforce Development

By combining GLS’s research-backed leadership programs with Elevate USA’s vast training catalog and national network, public sector agencies gain access to an unparalleled suite of organizational solutions.

1. Expanded Capabilities into the Federal Sector

While GLS has built a strong reputation in state and local government consulting, Elevate USA brings deep expertise in federal sector training and executive coaching. This union bridges local and federal leadership strategies into a unified model for public-sector excellence.

2. Unmatched Training Scale & Online Learning

With a network of over 50 expert trainers, Elevate USA offers:

  • Hundreds of customized, instructor-led training topics tailored to specific agency challenges.
  • Over 7,500 self-paced online learning modules, providing scalable, on-demand professional development for remote and distributed government teams.

3. Service Continuity with Enhanced Resources

Current clients of both GLS and Elevate USA can expect complete continuity in service, managed by a unified Executive Leadership Team:

  • Dr. Maria Church, Chief Executive Officer
  • Trish Kordas, Chief People Officer
  • Marcy Jaime, Chief Operations Officer

Leadership Perspectives

“This acquisition represents a significant step forward in our mission. Elevate USA brings deep experience in workforce development and training in the Federal Sector that complements our work. Together, we are positioned to deliver even greater value to the organizations we serve.”

— Dr. Maria Church, CEO

“Joining Government Leadership Solutions allows us to expand our reach and continue delivering high-quality training and contribute to a larger vision for advancing leadership development under the leadership of Dr. Maria Church.”

— Ellen Engel, Founder of Elevate USA

Empowering the Next Generation of Public Servants

As a woman- and minority-owned organization, the newly unified Elevate USA remains committed to helping government agencies strengthen leadership pipelines, improve workplace culture, and build resilient workforces ready for the future.

Transform Your Agency’s Leadership Today

Looking to scale your agency’s leadership training or explore customized workforce development solutions?

Reach out to our team at Media@GovernmentLeadershipSolutions.com or visit GovernmentLeadershipSolutions.com to schedule a consultation.

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