Pat Richie

Key Accomplishments Include . . . Pat Richie, the founder and President of the Sports Leadership Group, has dedicated over 25 years to enhancing organizational health and executive team development. A professional services company focused on leadership principles, his firm has been pivotal in fostering effectiveness and success across various industries, including private equity, energy, healthcare, and technology. Richie’s expertise in building high-performance teams and strategic facilitation has benefitted numerous publicly traded companies. He is notably proficient in utilizing the Myers-Briggs instrument to improve team dynamics and is the author of "Wisdom for the BusyLeader" and "Wisdom for the Busy SportsLeader."

Richie’s collaboration with Patrick Lencioni, a best-selling author, began during a project to develop a leadership assessment tool for the National Football League. This partnership led to Richie being given exclusive rights by Lencioni to teach the principles in "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team". His approach has proven effective in addressing critical issues within organizations through innovative meeting formats like "The Elephant Hunt", which tackles difficult conversations aimed at resolving organizational dysfunctions.

Pat Richie has been acknowledged by prominent publications such as The New York Times, Sports Illustrated, the BBC, and GQ Magazine, and is a recognized speaker on leadership and team building. His extensive experience includes speaking to over 500 unique audiences across the US, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Richie is also celebrated for his significant contributions to professional sports, holding five Super Bowl rings from his time with the San Francisco 49ers and a 13-year tenure with the San Francisco Giants. His speaking engagements emphasize the importance of leadership, accountability, ethics, and organizational development.

Suggested Programs

• Five Dysfunctions of a Team

• The Four Disciplines of a Healthy Organization

• Why Build a Champion When You Can Build a Dynasty?

• Leadership Lessons From the Legends of Sports