About Us

For more than 15 years, Jan Dwyer Bang has helped people achieve tangible results through training, speaking, coaching, and consulting. She brings a wealth of practical insights, contagious humor, and easy-to-implement strategies.

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After 33 years serving the corporate world, David Pickles is now embarking on purpose-driven mission of serving the people of his community. His goal is to connect people with one another and provide solid business insight and principles.

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A Message from Jan & David

Welcome to our website! In 2008, we had a shared vision to serve the businesses in the South Puget Sound region. From this mustard seed idea, we created the Business & Leadership Connection, which provides high-quality, relevant, practical, and affordable training services to businesses locally. We want to serve you, the busy sole entrepreneur, business manager, or director of a non profit organization and your staff. The BLC is designed to equip you with the skills and resources to be successful.

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What Others Are Saying

Jan hits home for the business owner. Realistic, concise, and serious points.
-Phyllis Kaplan

I enjoyed learning ideas from the group. Great interaction.
-Tessa Miller, Business Examiner

Jan is a great presenter! She communicates so that the tools she provides are easily able to be implemented in any organization. -Tracey Pidge, Coleman American Allied

I will encourage others to attend these courses
-Carrie Kolowinski, Signature Smiles