Bob Upgren is one of the most in-demand speakers on creativity and innovation in education and business. He has spoken and consulted for many of the prominent brands in the world, including Disney, Coke, GM, Microsoft, Coldwell Banker, Scotts, Humana Health, Cisco, and Sharp Electronics to mention a few. (learn more)
He has also become one of the most trusted voices in the educational world, working with hundreds of thousands of educators from the top school districts in the United States and Canada (learn more) as well as the largest youth associations in North America. (learn more)
Over the past two decades, his organizations have also worked side by side with professional athletes, Hollywood stars, government officials and at one point, even a former mafia boss who was profiled as one of the ten most powerful mafia leaders in the world. (tell me that’s not an interesting Leadership Case Study!)
What drives Bob Upgren, however, has little to do with the the interesting people, places or projects he’s been fortunate to experience.
“What gets me up in the morning is the opportunity to witness how my work holds the potential of enriching the lives of students, educators, government officials, families, and business leaders worldwide. I don’t get overly excited about chasing the almighty dollar or becoming famous. My passion is focused on seeing first hand the transformation that takes place both personally and organizationally when the right leadership perspectives are taught. John Maxwell was right when he stated “everything rises and falls on leadership.” My goal through the work I create is to focus on what causes this rise and fall. Specifically, what are the driving factors behind the achievement of greatest leaders on the planet.”
Now more than ever there needs to be a renewed focus on the mindsets that inspire leaders and ignite their ideas. Bob Upgren champions the idea that creativity and innovation are the new currency of success in leadership. With this in mind, his speaking and writing are dedicated to shattering the myths of outdated leadership teaching while leading the charge in assisting individuals and organizations to become more creative and innovate leaders.
HIS UNIQUE PRESENTATION STYLE
As one of the best chalk artists in the world, Upgren credits this unique medium for giving him a different way of looking at business. Using a rare combination of art and business acumen, he is able to bring his fresh perspective on the importance of creativity and innovation in leadership to center stage. Over 1 million people have witnessed this presentation live, and his client list now reads like a who’s who of organizational excellence.