RENOVA MEANS TO RENEW
FOR TWO DECADES, WE'VE OBSESSED OVER THIS QUESTION
How do we create an environment where people can become their best and accomplish something meaningful together?
THE JOURNEY
C.J.’s career began in the world of coaching and education, where he quickly realized that trophies and test scores were merely byproducts of a deeper foundation. Whether directing a classroom, conducting an executive team meeting, or leading a team to a championship, his mission remained the same: cultivating environments where every individual felt a profound sense of belonging. This focus transformed diverse groups into high-performing communities that achieved more together than they ever could alone.
Transitioning into administration and organizational leadership, he applied these same principles to build sustainable cultures of excellence. By mentoring leaders and architecting systems rooted in connection, he proved that performance peaks when people are empowered to be their best. This professional evolution across multiple disciplines ultimately laid the groundwork for Renova, turning decades of experience into a blueprint for transformative growth.
THE PROOF
• 22 Years of Leadership: Scaling high-performance schools and organizations.
• 8 Championships: Demonstrable success in elite competitive environments.
• 24 Professional Athletes: A proven track record of elite human development.
• 386% Revenue Growth: Driven via strategic, sustainable organizational scaling.
• 100+ Engagements: Leading workshops that catalyze cultural transformation.
• 20+ Leaders Mentored: Equipping the next generation of architects.
THE FOUNDER
C.J. Haydock
Founder and Chief Belonging Architect, Renova Leadership
With over two decades spent building championship culture and developing elite talent, C.J. Haydock has mastered the art of fostering environments where individuals flourish. His journey from high-level coaching to organizational leadership has been defined by a single pursuit: creating spaces characterized by deep belonging and shared purpose.
THE MISSION NOW
Today, C.J. translates those years of high-stakes experience into actionable strategies for the broader world. Through Renova, he is dedicated to bringing these vital lessons in culture and leadership to schools, organizations, and executives, helping them renew their mission and elevate collective performance.
I’ve known CJ for more than 20 years and had the privilege of sharing a wall with him at work for 10 of those years. During that time, I watched him build healthy, high-performing teams and cultures without ever cutting corners or compromising what mattered most. CJ has never been afraid to challenge the norm or run counter to convention when necessary. He understands that building something truly special requires conviction, and he has always been willing to stand firm and never flinch in the moments that matter most.
I learned countless lessons from CJ, but the one that still rings truest is that a foundation built on relational capital will always be more impactful than one built on transactions. I’ve been blessed by CJ’s influence in my own life, while also witnessing the profound impact he has had on countless young people, colleagues, and fellow leaders.
CJ simply cares about the right things, and he keeps those things at the forefront of his leadership. Anyone who has the opportunity to work with him and learn from him will be better because of it.
— Tim Beauregard, Head Women's Basketball Coach, Fresno Pacific University