Joe Battista

Joe Battista, a seasoned author, professional speaker and owner of Pragmatic Passion, LLC Sports and Business Consulting, has had a remarkable journey in the realms of sports and business. He has served as the Vice President of Hockey and Business Administration for the Buffalo Sabres and has a significant tenure in sports marketing and management roles with the Pittsburgh Penguins and Culver Military Academy. Known for his leadership in the field of hockey, Battista brings with him a wealth of coaching experience spanning 30 years, including 512 wins and six ACHA national titles, and his notable contribution as a coach for Team USA in the 2003 World University Games.

Battista has been honored with a membership in the American Collegiate Hockey Association Hall of Fame, Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame, Penn State Hockey Hall of Fame, and the Penn Hills Hall of Fame. He is an alumnus of Penn State University's Smeal College of Business, where he graduated with a degree in marketing. He an instrumental role in securing an $88 million donation for Penn State University's new ice facility and Division I hockey programs.

Battista penned "The Power of Pragmatic Passion - 7 Common Sense Principles for Achieving Personal and Professional Success", as a reflection of his understanding of success and leadership. Currently, he is the Vice President of Business Development for the National Athletic and Professional Success Academy (NAPSA), providing practical insights and fostering growth in the athletic and professional sectors. His keynote speeches have been well-received by companies such as Nationwide, Baker Tilly, Mortenson Construction, and many more, underscoring his ability to inspire and motivate audiences across diverse fields.