Lititz, PA (October 2026) – North Group Consultants is pleased to announce the addition of Jay Wenger to the firm. Wenger joins North Group’s team following his time with the University of Scranton and retirement from the United States Army.

As a North Group consultant, Wenger will walk alongside business leaders to help them grow in their leadership, develop their teams, and manage organizational change, business transitions, strategic planning, and more.

Wenger served in various roles during his tenure with the U.S. military, including three combat tours between 2005 and 2012. He retired as Lieutenant Colonel and held positions such as Chief of Staff and Deputy Chief of Planning. Most recently, Wenger served as the Chair and Professor of Leadership Studies at the University of Scranton.

Wenger earned a bachelor’s degree from Millersville University as well as an MBA from Webster University and a Ph.D. in Accounting from the University of Scranton. During his military tenure, he completed the United States Ranger School and the US Army Command and General Staff Officers Course, receiving three Bronze Star Medals and five Meritorious Service Medals.

An avid speaker and writer, Wenger is passionate about developing mission-ready leaders by instilling clarity, team trust, and ethical leadership. As a leadership coach and mentor, he provides intentional feedback and strategic guidance through transition, enabling leaders to build strong cultures amid organizational change.

“One of North Group’s greatest strengths is the collective experience and perspective of our team, and Jay adds something genuinely different to that mix. His background once again expands what we can offer our clients while his values align deeply with who we are,” said Jerry Murray, President of North Group Consultants.

North Group is thrilled to welcome Jay Wenger to its team of skilled consultants and looks forward to the expertise he brings to current and future clients.

About North Group Consultants

North Group Consultants is a business advisory firm based in Lititz, PA with a mission to develop leaders & organizations toward their highest potential through sustained relationships. Founded in 1997, the firm specializes in succession planning, leadership development and organizational health, executive hiring, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic planning. Learn more at northgroupconsultants.com.