Our StorySince 2015, Abilitie has been a trusted partner in leadership development, equipping leaders at many of the world’s most admired organizations with essential leadership skills.
A vision for experiential learningAt Abilitie, we believe leadership isn’t a theory to be studied. It’s a craft to be practiced. That conviction reflects more than 25 years of experience in learning and development, shaped by our founder, Bjorn Billhardt. After years of watching traditional, lecture-based training fall short in preparing leaders for real-world pressure, Abilitie was created to bridge the gap between classroom knowledge and boardroom results. Today, access to information is no longer the challenge. In an era of AI, the differentiators for effective leadership are judgment, critical thinking, and the human skills required to lead through uncertainty. What began in 2015 as a vision for immersive learning has grown into a global leadership development partner. Abilitie now works with more than 850 organizations across 50 countries, including Coca-Cola, Marriott, and GE. By combining deep L&D expertise with AI-enhanced simulations, we’ve helped 100,000+ professionals build the judgment and instincts that drive meaningful business outcomes. From our flagship 12-Week MBA to executive programs, we don’t just deliver content. We create high-stakes environments where leaders practice making decisions that matter.
Serving leaders all over the worldFounded in Austin, Texas, Abilitie has grown into a global leadership development company with offices around the world. Today, we partner with organizations across industries, serving clients in 50+ countries.
100K+Learners
850+Clients
50+Countries
Our Leadership Team
Bjorn BillhardtChief Executive Officer
Megan FanaleChief Operations Officer
Jan McNeilChief Marketing Officer
Nathan KracklauerChief Research Officer
Matt ConferChief Strategy Officer
Luke OwingsChief Product Officer
Trey ReynoldsChief Technology Officer
Alex WhiteleatherManaging Director, Abilitie Europe
Our Global Leadership Team
Valerie ScheerCo-Lead, Abilitie Middle East
Martin ChecinskiCo-Lead, Abilitie Middle East
François-Alexandre LéonardCo-Lead, Abilitie Asia
Joyce HauCo-Lead, Abilitie Asia
Meet the teamOur team thrives on collaboration, creativity, and a shared passion for developing business leaders. Whether brainstorming solutions or celebrating milestones, there's an infectious energy that makes every day exciting as we work together to make a positive impact.
Our expert faculty makes the difference
Our participants learn real-world skills from real-world experts: Abilitie’s more-than-100 faculty members and speakers are top business leaders, influential business professionals, successful entrepreneurs, and established CEOs.
Tara Layne Principal Consultant, Eduvert Learning Solutions
Alain Falkon President, Telectrónica
Gloria Tam Director of Design and Pedagogy Harvard University Division of Continuing Education
Propel your leaders to their potential today
Schedule time to discuss your organization's development goals with one of our experts.
“Abilitie doesn’t have a ‘one-size fits all’ offering. Their ability (pun intended) to adapt to our needs in such a short amount of time highlights the flexible nature of their product design and construct. As a client, that’s a highly valuable attribute of their offering.”

Ursula Stocker

Global Learning & Development Partner, Holcim

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