SMOLUUC programs have been led by members of the group and by facilitators and trainers. Special note is given to the following program leaders (links to articles added to give a flavor of their work):

• Dale Galloway (successful large church evangelical minister)
• article: The Church That's Continually Opening New Doors
• article: How to Lead Your Church Through Change
• Diana Butler Bass (Vital Congregations, Alban Institute)
• Central Midwest District 2006 Keynote Speaker
• Review of The Practicing Congregation
• Fred Garcia (Media Training, UUA)
• Killing Rumors: A 50-Year Old Mathematical Formula Is Key Tool in Managing Crisis Communications
• Overcoming Typical Organizational Dysfunctions in Managing Crisis Communications
• Sonja Prestridge (facilitator)
• Review of Team Start-up Checklist
• Leading Dispersed Teams: Act Global, Think Local
• Susan Beaumont (facilitator)
• Effective Delegation
• Designing Staff Positions