Nathan Leaman

President, Frontline Training Solutions

Nathan Leaman is a passionate professional with extensive experience in building systems and tools that support organizational and leadership effectiveness. Nathan brings over 20 years of leadership and HR experience from both business and non-profit organizations. 

Nathan has a bachelor's degree from the Moody Bible Institute, a master's degree from Liberty University, and received his coaching certification from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. Nathan spent seven years in full-time church ministry before working for 13 years at the Kohler Co. At Kohler, Nathan moved through various HR roles, eventually taking the position of Director- Leadership Development. Nathan also held various executive HR roles for the Grande Cheese Company in Fond du Lac, WI, where he was responsible for Organizational Development, Compensation, Benefits Management and HRIS. 

Nathan has extensive experience with assessment tools and is certified in multiple personality and 360 degree feedback assessments. His straightforward style, willingness to tackle difficult issues, genuine interest in seeing others grow, and ability to coach at all levels makes Nathan a go-to resource for strategic HR support and executive development.

Kaylee Cooper

Senior HR & Operational Consultant, Frontline Training Solutions

Kaylee Cooper serves as a Senior HR & Operational Consultant at Frontline Training Solutions, where she specializes in HR program development, lean process improvement, and operational efficiencies. With a passion for operational excellence, Kaylee is committed to helping businesses navigate the ever-evolving challenges of the workforce and workplace.

Before transitioning into consulting, Kaylee served as the Managing Director of Express Employment Professionals in Grand Rapids, where she oversaw recruiting teams, workforce optimization, and apprenticeship program management. Her deep understanding of the skilled labor market stems from years of recruiting in manufacturing and industrial sectors, helping companies build high-performing teams in a variety of functional areas including manufacturing, skilled labor, and professional and executive placement.

Kaylee’s passion for process improvement was sparked after attending her first Kaizen event, leading her to pursue a master’s degree in Lean Manufacturing from Kettering University in addition to her bachelor’s degree from Davenport University in Human Resource Management. She is a strong advocate for Lean principles in HR and Operations, working with businesses to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and implement best practices that align with their long-term growth strategies.

Kaylee leads Frontline’s Apprenticeship Management Program, helping companies develop structured pathways for talent development, retention, and upskilling within their organizations. She is also a Certified Professional Resume Writer through the Professional Association of Resume Writers & Career Coaches, equipping professionals with the tools to advance their careers.