Turning Disruption into Your Competitive Edge. Lead with Impact, Innovate with Confidence, and Unlock Extraordinary Results.
A true entrepreneur, Patrick co-founded two thriving leadership consulting businesses: The Leddin Group, LLC, and the Inc. 5000 company, Wedgewood Group, Inc. He understands firsthand the challenges and triumphs of building a business in a dynamic environment.
Patrick is also part of FranklinCovey’s leadership team. His role as Thought Leader: Leadership and Culture drives strategic initiatives and fosters high-performing teams. He is also the host of C-Suite Conversations, a weekly podcast that goes behind the boardroom.
Beyond the classroom, Patrick founded The Disruption Project at Vanderbilt, a groundbreaking research initiative exploring how individuals and organizations succeed in the face of disruption. This research forms the foundation of his latest book, “Disrupt Everything!”, co-authored with James Patterson, and his sought-after keynote presentations.
Patrick’s passion for leadership led him to academia. During his time at Vanderbilt University, Patrick shared his real-world experience with students, bridging the gap between theory and practice.
As a former Airborne Ranger Infantry Officer in the 82nd Airborne Division of the U.S. Army, Patrick’s leadership journey began with experiences that instilled in him the values of courage, resilience, and the ability to make critical decisions under pressure.
“Leadership isn’t about holding a title. It’s about fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, empowered, and capable of achieving extraordinary things.” Patrick champions a collaborative and adaptive approach, drawing on diverse leadership frameworks to guide teams through challenges and toward a shared vision.
“Disruption is inevitable. But it doesn’t have to be a threat.” Patrick shows you how to turn disruption into your greatest advantage.
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When he’s not inspiring audiences, you’ll find Patrick enjoying time with family or exploring. He’s an avid mountain climber and believes that the challenges we face in nature often mirror the challenges we face in life.
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