About Us
Michelle Baker, Co-Founder & CEO
Michelle, a former Director for the Disney Institute (DI) in both Florida and California, retired from The Walt Disney Company in 2021 after a 24-year career. While at DI she led the onstage Facilitators, collaborated with organizations across the world on leadership, culture, and service, and established a new internal workforce deployment model.
Prior to joining DI, she had the privilege of leading and mentoring strong leaders and dedicated cast members for Disney Cruise Line as the Shoreside Sr. Operations Manager. Her path eventually led her to a shipboard role as an Officer onboard the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy.
Michelle is a Welch Scholar and Honors MBA graduate from the Jack Welch Management Institute, Strayer University. Originally from Rochester, NY, and a three-decade Florida resident, Michelle now prefers mountain air where she can nurture her own personal wellness with outdoor adventures.
AJ Baker, Co-Founder & COO
AJ is responsible for the execution of the creative strategy. He manages all of Stoneledge’s branding, including digital content, social media, and web design. He also directs our keynotes, workshops, and live events.
Prior to his “all-in” moment for Stoneledge, AJ was on a leadership path with a fortune 100 company. Now, he provides a fresh lens to a centuries-old challenge: How do you create a culture where people feel heard, valued, and developed.
AJ Baker attended University of TN, Knoxville and is a graduate of Valencia College in Orlando, FL, where he studied business and anthropology. As the co-founder of Stoneledge he has been an integral part of the organization’s foundation, from initial ideation through the creation of brand identity.
J.J. Lillibridge
Regional Account Director
J.J. supports the strategic growth and brand ethos of Stoneledge, while aligning solutions with client needs. JJ is a seasoned leader in recreation, a successful business owner, and life-long advocate for personal development.
Samantha Baum
Client Engagement Director
One of the original Stoneledge team members, Sam provides client and course support for Stoneledge, while contributing to marketing direction, social media approach, and strategic direction.
Vision:
To be globally recognized as industry pioneers, trusted for catalyzing transformative change in leaders, employees, and the organizations they serve.
Mission:
To enrich leadership development and employee training that enables thriving cultures, fulfilling service, and jobs becoming careers again.
Core Values:
Social Impact: We are an inclusive organization that honors and appreciates equality and diversity in all forms: from opinions to lifestyles. In addition, we strive to create a net-positive impact on the world through environmental and philanthropic outreach.
Ethics: We conduct business on an honorable, truthful set of principles, and will never prioritize profits over integrity.
Candor: We believe in the value of transparent conversations and courageous decisions. Everyone that works with and for us will know exactly where they stand with Stoneledge.
Quality: Our products, services, and interactions will be focused on providing the best we have to offer. We will never sacrifice quality for expediency.
Well-Being: We believe that health and psychological safety are non-negotiables, and we will always prioritize the well-being of people.