The Leadership Laboratory

Applied Resilience: The Science of High-Performing Teams

2,800 Miles, 2 rowers, 1 Extreme Case Study

Most ocean rowing teams talk about the physical struggle. Call of the Heron is different. We are utilizing the Atlantic Ocean as a “living lab” to test the frameworks of leadership, team dynamics, and stress management that our team has spent 30 years perfecting in the corporate world.

360° Accountability

Applying Lieven’s expertise in full-cycle feedback projects to a 24/7 high-intensity environment.

Entrepreneurial Grit

Using the Entrepreneur360° tool to map how “Start-Up” resilience translates to survival at sea.

Biometric Data

Tracking the intersection of Type 1 Diabetes (CGM data) and physiological stress response.


Meet the Expert

Lieven Cornelis | Leadership & Organizational Development

With three decades of experience across Europe and India, Lieven specializes in:

  • HR Audits & Talent Mapping: Diagnosing team dynamics for VCs and Scale-Ups.
  • Leadership Development: Building high-appreciation training modules for diverse global teams.
  • Stress Management: Mastering the 16 types of professional stress—now being applied to the ultimate “small office” environment.

Corporate Partnership Benefits

We offer our Gold and Bespoke partners a seat at the table. Partnering with us isn’t just about a logo on a boat; it’s about access to the insights we bring back.

  1. Post-Row Leadership Workshops: Bespoke sessions for your executive teams on resilience and teamwork.
  2. The “Atlantic Audit”: A white paper on team dynamics under extreme duress.
  3. Keynote Speaking: Authentic storytelling combined with 30 years of organizational expertise.