What kind of leader are you becoming?
At The Restoration Project, we believe the best leaders are rooted in who they are, courageous in how they show up, and empowered to create meaningful change. If you’re ready to lead that way, this is where that work begins.
Rooted Leadership
Starts Here
We combine honest self-awareness, intentional growth, and practical support so the work you do here creates meaningful change in how you lead every day.
what we are all about
Vision
- We envision workplaces and communities where people are rooted in who they are, courageous in how they lead, and empowered to influence meaningful change.
Mission
- Be Rooted in who you are.
- Be Courageous in how you lead.
- Be Empowered in how you move forward.
Values
- Understand Yourself & Honor Others
- Live with Courage
- Lead with Love
- Act with Integrity
- Connect to Something Greater
"You have helped me find ways to lead better, while still being myself and honoring my gifts and style."
Organizational Coaching Client
"I want to thank you for something that’s been REALLY helpful to my overall outlook and self-esteem. You have helped me find ways to lead better, while still being myself and honoring my gifts and style. This has been such a game-changer for me. It’s allowed me to beat myself up so much less and really think about how I can just lean into my skills and approach more effectively. THANK YOU for this. It’s a gift."
"…it was my conversation early last week with you that help me think about a new and different way to frame my vision and discussion with the team…"
Team Development Client
"Really, truly, it was my conversation early last week with you that help me think about a new and different way to frame my vision and discussion with the team to help get them on board. That was such a valuable piece of advice, and it’s already paying off in spades. I am really getting something out of these coaching and mentorship discussions with you and appreciate them so much. THANK YOU!"
"You make it really easy for people to open up, and that’s a special gift."
Empowerment Community Member
"Thank you so much for giving us this safe space to be vulnerable and connect with other incredible women. I really needed that session today, it was uplifting and gave me a boost to finish this week on a positive note after struggling with a crummy mood and fatigue all week. You have such a calm, caring presence. You make it really easy for people to open up, and that’s a special gift."
"I can clearly see how my thinking changed, how I approach people and situations changed, and how much I grew as a person."
Workshop Attendee
"I can't express in words how much the year I attended the Restoration Project events impacted me. I can clearly see how my thinking changed, how I approach people and situations changed, and how much I grew as a person. I carry the lessons with me and reference them in my interactions with others. So – thank you!"
"A truly transformative experience."
Retreat Attendee
"The Unbound retreat was deeply restorative. There was something powerful about witnessing so many women reconnecting with their own light, purpose, and value. A truly transformative experience."
"Thank you again for showing up with courage and reminding us that intention is the most powerful leadership tool we have."
Speaking Event Attendee
"Your story, your honesty, and your process for rebuilding connection, restoring intention, and inspiring action were exactly what I didn’t know I needed. Thank you again for showing up with courage and reminding us that intention is the most powerful leadership tool we have."
TEAM DEVELOPMENT
Empower Your Team
Most team problems aren’t skills problems. They’re communication and trust problems. Our team development programs go beyond a one-day training to identify what’s actually breaking down, build shared language, and create lasting change in how your team leads together.
Individual Growth
Elevate Your Leadership
Whether you lead a company, a team, a classroom, or just yourself. This work meets you where you are. Personal coaching helps you see yourself clearly, act with courage, and show up as the leader you actually want to be. Not someday. Now.
Meet your coach
Brooke Fitzgerald
“Living and leading from a place rooted and connected to who you are and honoring the one precious life you have with intention and alignment is where peace is restored.”
Brooke Fitzgerald leads The Restoration Project, a Cedar Rapids-based leadership coaching and development firm serving individuals, teams, and organizations ready to grow. Her approach is direct, warm, and grounded in one belief: leadership is something you practice, not something you perform.
EVENTS
Upcoming Events
From keynotes and workshops to immersive retreats, there’s always an opportunity to grow, on your own or with your team.
INSIGHTS & INSPIRATION
The Latest
Brooke Fitzgerald on The Found Podcast
From host of The Found Podcast, Molly Knuth: This is Brooke’s third time on The Found Podcast with Molly Knuth, and every time she comes back, she brings something that […]
Brooke at Muscatine Women’s Leadership Summit
Registration is now open for the 3rd Annual Muscatine Women’s Leadership Summit! The mission of this event is to bring women in the local workforce together to share best practices, […]
From Imposter to Intentional
There are moments in leadership that no one else sees, but you feel them deeply. You walk into a room, take your seat at the table, and as you look […]
