About Us
Who we are
At BDA Learning, we are dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations with effective, scalable learning solutions designed to drive consistent, positive results. Our proprietary Before-During-After (BDA) framework provides a simple yet powerful process that guides users through intentional actions at each stage of any endeavor. By offering a repeatable and adaptable approach, we help clients achieve sustainable growth, improve performance, and navigate challenges with confidence.
Whether you’re enhancing team development, streamlining processes, or building a culture of continuous improvement, BDA Learning delivers the tools and strategies necessary to produce lasting impact.
Our Founder
Kay Layhew, Founder of BDA Learning, brings over two decades of experience in leadership development, corporate training, and employee engagement. Kay has led award-winning global programs that impacted tens of thousands of employees and delivered measurable business results. Her passion lies in making professional development accessible, actionable, and human. Through BDA Learning’s Before-During-After framework, Kay helps businesses—especially small and growing teams—build confident leaders, engaged employees, and a culture of continuous improvement.
We are proud to be recognized for excellence in the field of Learning & Development. In 2025, Kay Layhew, Founder of BDA Learning, received a Brandon Hall Gold Award for Learning Experience and was inducted into Marquis Who’s Who in America for outstanding contributions to the Learning & Development profession.
Guiding Principles
Purposeful Action
Every action matters. We help clients take intentional steps that align with their goals at every stage.
Consistency Builds Results
Success doesn’t happen overnight. We believe small, steady actions lead to long-term impact.
Always Improving
We treat every experience as a chance to learn. Our approach helps clients refine and improve over time.
Empowered Collaboration
We bring people together. Our methods empower teams to take ownership and succeed together.
Keep It Simple
We make learning clear and doable. Simplicity leads to action, and action leads to results.
Focused on Results
We measure success. Everything we do is aimed at helping clients achieve real, lasting outcomes.