ABOUT US

Transforming Lives, One Person at a Time

At TOPUCU, we measure success not just by participation, but by the transformation we see in the people and communities we serve. Our evidence-based programs empower individuals to take ownership of their growth, develop lasting habits, and create meaningful momentum in their personal and professional lives.

Our Impact

Every participant who engages with TOPUCU takes steps toward greater self-awareness, stronger decision-making, and a future built on personal accountability. From youth in schools to adults entering the workforce, our programs equip participants with the skills, confidence, and mindset to break limiting patterns and embrace new possibilities.

Evidence-Based Impact

Our programs are backed by research demonstrating tangible, lasting results.


Past and current studies explore how TOPUCU influences personal accountability, habit formation, goal achievement, and workplace readiness. In particular, significant reductions in criminal thinking were found.

Proven Reduction in Criminal Thinking: TOPUCU significantly reduces criminal thinking patterns, helping participants improve decision-making, accountability, and self-awareness.

Structured, Targeted Interventions: Research with justice-involved adults confirms that TOPUCU’s curriculum addresses key criminogenic risks and supports lasting behavioral change.

Boosts Self-Esteem and Growth: Participants experience measurable gains in self-esteem, building confidence alongside personal development.

Impact Beyond the Individual: Equipped with goal-setting, accountability, and habit-building skills, participants contribute to stronger workplaces, communities, and personal networks.

The Impact of TOPUCU upon Criminal Thinking

among Incarcerated Men

TOPUCU

Pilot Data Analysis

Active Research Partnership

We’re proud to collaborate with Tiffin University on an ongoing study examining how the TOPUCU course impacts goal setting, self-confidence, and work status.


This partnership ensures our programs remain research-driven, effective, and measurable — with outcomes that make a difference for participants and organizations alike.

The Ripple Effect

The impact of TOPUCU extends beyond each participant.

Families, workplaces, and communities thrive when individuals take ownership of their choices and growth.


Our programs spark a ripple effect — creating a culture of accountability, progress, and opportunity that spreads far beyond the classroom or training session.

Why It Matters

In a world of constant change, strong foundations — mindset, habits, and discipline — determine success.


TOPUCU doesn’t just teach these principles; we help people live them.


The result is real, measurable, and life-changing transformation.

See the Difference

Join the thousands who have taken control of their future with TOPUCU.

TOPUCU is one of the most powerful programs I’ve seen at ODRC to date. It places things in an order to where a guy can step back and say, “I can see that now. I get it now.” You start seeing different ways that you can apply these principles to your life.

Incarcerated Male
Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections

TOPUCU provided the men of our resident program a means by which they could create a mission statement and goals. It gave us a perspective on our guys to see where they wanted to head in life, so we could band up with them in those goals and walk that journey out with them.

Jesse S
Homeless Shelter Program Directorr

It’s worth it! TOPUCU can improve every single aspect of your life. A little bit of hard work in the beginning … huge payoff in the end.

Samantha T
Sr Customer Service Rep

The biggest surprise for me with TOPUCU was its powerful simplicity. It’s a simple conversation between you and you.

Chad M
Support Center Director

The process of writing a mission statement was very impactful. The TOPUCU program set up a good structure, and a good methodology, to do that. Once you decide who you want to be, becoming that person doesn’t just happen magically. It really requires a lot of effort, focus and attention.

Taylor H
Director of Fulfillment

He came into this program thinking it wasn’t going to make a difference and in no time at all he had a change of heart. He had a change of mind. He had a sense of future, which is something he didn’t have. It’s done amazing things in his life and I’m looking forward to seeing what it does in the future.

Mother of Incarcerated Male
Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections

There is nothing tricky about it. It’s very simple and very easy to follow along with. It’s based on just really concrete, solid ideas. It’s just “hey, let’s change the way we think about things and that’s how we change our life”.

Adam F
Pre-Trial Release Coordinator (Juvenile Justice)

If you are looking for a program to prep students with social and emotional (SEL) skills so that they have goals and they are goal driven, this is the program. Imbed TOPUCU into your curriculum and you will see transformative changes.

Ken B
Early College High School Principal

There were times when I thought, “This is hard” and I really didn’t want to do it. But then I would look at the word TOPUCU and say I’m the only person I am cheating, so I need to put in the hard work to succeed in life.

Student
Ohio Academy