Triumphant Leadership Theory stems from the shared effective leadership practices of 12 of the world's legendary triumphant leaders: Yeshua the Christ, Paul the Apostle, Queen Esther of Persia, Nehemiah, a Persian court official, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, Mother Teresa, Wangari Maathai, Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, John Willard Marriott, Jr., Janice Bryant Howroyd, Cheryl Bachelder, and Herb Kelleher. Triumphant Leadership Theory offers a leadership development framework for leaders seeking to lead effectively amid challenging organizational and societal times. It is a multi-dimensional process, combining style, methodologies, values, and intelligence aptitudes.