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Transforming 1 Million Leaders for Exponential Impact

Learn to lead with purpose, empathy, innovation and humility - skills that create positive change in yourself, your organization and society

Be Part of the 1M+ Movement

the challenge

As a leader navigating today’s landscape, you may be feeling uncertain and vulnerable amidst the political, societal, and cultural pressures

But there is a path forward that allows you to both do good and be successful

Find out how

Are you feeling overwhelmed on your leadership journey?

As someone who has walked in your shoes, I understand the challenges you face. As a former refugee turned citizen, successful entrepreneur, and a United States presidential appointee with over 25 years of leadership experience across sectors, I’m here to offer my support and guidance as you navigate this path.

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Unlock Your Transformational Leadership Potential

Our proven 12-practice framework guides leaders like you on a journey of self-discovery, team empowerment, and organizational impact. Explore the path to drive meaningful, positive change. Take the first step towards transformational leadership. Book a consultation with Hamse today.

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I met Hamse when he was a young man, who had just come to the US after a challenging youth years living as a refugee in Kenya. I am honored to have developed a mentor-mentee relationship with him for almost two decades now. He has emerged as a highly respected expert on democracy, and his understanding of the value of empathy as leadership practice comes from powerful experiences. I have personally seen Hamse with world leaders, using his compassion and listening skills for great impact
Charles F. "Chic" Dambach | President Emeritus, National Peace Corps Association
Hamse Warfa leads with integrity and passion – whether he’s serving the people of Minnesota or working with the President to improve the lives of people across the country. Hamse offers invaluable insight about the journey to becoming a great leader. I’m proud to call him an advisor and a friend.
Minnesota Governor | Tim Walz
Hamse Warfa is a rare individual who has led successfully in the private, public, and social sectors. He knows how to bring people together across sectors to tackle problems too tough for any one sector to solve on its own. All of us can learn from the leadership lessons in his book--a distillation of the wisdom Hamse has gained in his remarkable journey from refugee to White House appointee.
Jan Rivkin, Professor | Harvard Business School
Hamse Warfa is a one-of-a-kind leader whose advice I've trusted for a long time. As a colleague in Minnesota state government, I got to see his leadership style up close and he played a central role in guiding our efforts to provide economic relief to Minnesotans during the twin crisis of the COVID-19 pandemic and the unrest following the murder of George Floyd. Hamse is a solutions-focused, people-centered leader with an uncanny knack for seeing the details and the big picture at the same time. I'm so glad he's putting his insights on innovative, compassionate leadership into this book, which is well worth your time
Steve Grove, CEO | Startribune
I met Hamse when he was a young man, who had just come to the US after a challenging youth years living as a refugee in Kenya. I am honored to have developed a mentor-mentee relationship with him for almost two decades now. He has emerged as a highly respected expert on democracy, and his understanding of the value of empathy as leadership practice comes from powerful experiences. I have personally seen Hamse with world leaders, using his compassion and listening skills for great impact.
Charles F. "Chic" Dambach | President Emeritus, National Peace Corps Association

I met Hamse when he was a young man, who had just come to the US after a challenging youth years living as a refugee in Kenya. I am honored to have developed a mentor-mentee relationship with him for almost two decades now. He has emerged as a highly respected expert on democracy, and his understanding of the value of empathy as leadership practice comes from powerful experiences. I have personally seen Hamse with world leaders, using his compassion and listening skills for great impact
Charles F. "Chic" Dambach | President Emeritus, National Peace Corps Association
Hamse Warfa leads with integrity and passion – whether he’s serving the people of Minnesota or working with the President to improve the lives of people across the country. Hamse offers invaluable insight about the journey to becoming a great leader. I’m proud to call him an advisor and a friend.
Minnesota Governor | Tim Walz
Hamse Warfa is a rare individual who has led successfully in the private, public, and social sectors. He knows how to bring people together across sectors to tackle problems too tough for any one sector to solve on its own. All of us can learn from the leadership lessons in his book--a distillation of the wisdom Hamse has gained in his remarkable journey from refugee to White House appointee.
Jan Rivkin, Professor | Harvard Business School
Hamse Warfa is a one-of-a-kind leader whose advice I've trusted for a long time. As a colleague in Minnesota state government, I got to see his leadership style up close and he played a central role in guiding our efforts to provide economic relief to Minnesotans during the twin crisis of the COVID-19 pandemic and the unrest following the murder of George Floyd. Hamse is a solutions-focused, people-centered leader with an uncanny knack for seeing the details and the big picture at the same time. I'm so glad he's putting his insights on innovative, compassionate leadership into this book, which is well worth your time
Steve Grove, CEO | Startribune
I met Hamse when he was a young man, who had just come to the US after a challenging youth years living as a refugee in Kenya. I am honored to have developed a mentor-mentee relationship with him for almost two decades now. He has emerged as a highly respected expert on democracy, and his understanding of the value of empathy as leadership practice comes from powerful experiences. I have personally seen Hamse with world leaders, using his compassion and listening skills for great impact.
Charles F. "Chic" Dambach | President Emeritus, National Peace Corps Association

MY TRANSFORMATION

MY PROCESS

Guiding Your Journey of Growth and Purpose

Guiding your transformation

Integrity

Embark on a deeper understanding of yourself, your role in society, and your evolving responsibilities

Purpose

Live your values through engaging with people and ideas that inspire you

Accountability

Assess your outcomes toward achieving your mission and goals through partnerships with those who share your vision

MY PROCESS

Guiding your transformation

Integrity

Embark on a deeper understanding of yourself, your role in society, and your evolving responsibilities

Purpose

Live your values through engaging with people and ideas that inspire you

Accountability

Assess your outcomes toward achieving your mission and goals through partnerships with those who share your vision

MY TRANSFORMATION

Guiding Your Journey of Growth and Purpose

Integrity

Embark on a deeper understanding of yourself, your role in society, and your evolving responsibilities

Purpose

Live your values through engaging with people and ideas that inspire you

Accountability

Assess your outcomes toward achieving your mission and goals through partnerships with those who share your vision

MY TRANSFORMATION

Guiding Your Journey of Growth and Purpose

Integrity

Embark on a deeper understanding of yourself, your role in society, and your evolving responsibilities

Purpose

Live your values through engaging with people and ideas that inspire you

Accountability

Assess your outcomes toward achieving your mission and goals through partnerships with those who share your vision

The Transformational Leader

America Here I Come

Twelve Practices for Driving Lasting Change

In an era of unprecedented challenges, "The Transformational Leader" offers a roadmap for leaders at any career stage to navigate uncertainty and drive lasting change. Drawing from over 25 years of diverse leadership experience, including a prestigious American Presidential Appointment, author Hamse Warfa presents a comprehensive framework of twelve universal practices across four domains. Through practical lessons, personal narratives, and a focus on purpose, this book empowers readers to become trusted, influential, and inclusive leaders who can achieve personal, team, organizational, and community success. Whether you're a seasoned executive or an aspiring entrepreneur, "The Transformational Leader" provides the tools and strategies you need to lead with confidence, clarity, and impact in today's rapidly changing landscape.

America Here I Come

I'm thrilled to have you here

My mission is to guide you to create an exponential impact within yourself, your teams, in your organization and in your community. Unlock your leadership potential, empower teams, drive success, and create positive change. Join me on this transformative journey to make a profound impact.