Meet Our Team
Lance Strother
Lance Strother is an inventor, coach, consultant, speaker, campus minister, musician and teacher. Over the past twenty-two years he has focused on developing people, teams, institutions & businesses. Lance’s passion for life, God and people is evident in all of his work. Lance believes that each person has unique gifts meant to serve the world and he is committed to helping others move forward with that in mind.
As a former college and professional football player, Lance has a passion for sports where he has dedicated time to mentoring and coaching young men. He has used his expertise in sports and coaching as a catalyst into developing companies, communities, families, and individuals. Lance co-invented CatchRite and GreatCatch both patented. GreatCatch is sold in stores globally. Lance travels consulting, speaking and coaching at events, camps, retreats, and conferences across the country.
He graduated from Arkansas Tech with a degree in Business and holds a Master’s Degree in Religious Education. Most importantly, Lance’s main passion is being a husband to Kat and father to his three children, Maddy, Landon, and Gracie. Lance is Co-Owner & Co-Founder of LEAD Professionals Group. Lance resides in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Lance@LeadProfessionalsGroup.com
Mark Weber
Mark Weber is a husband and father. He has spent 26 years working as a businessman and entrepreneur. Mark's expertise as a Financial Adviser, Insurance Agent, Mortgage Lender, Inventor, and Real Estate Investor gives him a unique view of business and financial issues.
He is currently CEO of Mark Weber Enterprises a multi-layered company that deals with properties, investments, insurance and mortgages. Mark is a former college football player at Arkansas Monticello where he earned his bachelor's degree in business.
His love for sports led him to co-invent the "GreatCatch" soft hands trainer. Weber licensed GreatCatch to Cutters Gloves in 2007 and SKLZ in 2013, where it is seen on the shelves in stores across the globe. Mark spends time mentoring and coaching individuals about life, leadership and business. Mark is Co-Owner & Co-Founder of LEAD Professionals Group. Mark and his wife Joy hail from Lafayette, Louisiana, and have two beautiful children, Casey and Catherine.
Paul George
Paul has spent over two and half decades helping people discover the art of living life to its full. Throughout these years, Paul has served in various capacities including: president and co-founder of a non-profit , speaker, mentor, consultant, coach, author, diocesan director, youth minister and college campus minister. It’s his role as a husband and father that Paul cherishes the most.
After receiving an undergraduate degree in education Paul went on to get a master’s degree in Theological Studies from the University of Dallas. Paul played both baseball and football in college.
A passionate speaker and leader, Paul has been blessed to have found a way to combine his love of teaching and serving others with his ability to inspire and ignite change in the lives of those around him. Paul has been married to his amazing wife Gretchen for twenty one years. They have five children: Paul is founder and director of Art of Living, Inc. and is a sought after speaker, consultant, author and life coach. His book, Rethink Happiness, released spring 2018 by Ave Maria Press has taken off. Paul also hosts a weekly national radio show and podcast. Paul is Co-Owner & Co-Founder of LEAD Professionals Group. Paul resides in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Sarah Mary Toce-Donlon
At an early age Sarah Mary had a decisive faith experience, and has since made it her professional goal to offer hope and healing. Her talent for building authentic relationships and breaking down complex ideas helps her find clear paths forward for individuals and businesses.
Sarah Mary’s speaking and consulting career began in the Health & Wellness Industry. She acted as a Head Trainer, Gymnastics’ Coach, and Personal Trainer. She teaches Kickboxing and helps individuals accomplish physical goals and push past limiting beliefs. She is also a wellness consultant, offering corporate trainings to improve employee happiness and productivity through foundational wellness. And she consults on disease prevention and athletic optimization by educating individuals on the basics of nutrition. Sarah Mary is also passionate about advocacy and has spoken all over Louisiana and New England on the dignity of women and children.
Sarah Mary holds an undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University in Disaster Science and Management as well as a Master’s of Divinity from Boston College. She is a sought after speaker on faith, wellness, enhancing communication, and increasing organizational impact. She currently serves as Director of Business Development for LEAD Professionals Group, She recently returned to her native city of Lafayette, LA with her husband Mike and their dog Nala.
SarahMary@LeadProfessionalsGroup.com