Originally from Chicago, Paul has now been a professional speaker for over 25 years, and he is one of the leading authorities in leadership and personal growth helping people take back their calendars and restore sanity to their lives. He has previously served as a Christian School teacher and administrator and has served as an executive pastor for a large church in eastern Washington. He is an ACC-certified coach with the International Coaching Federation, a Master Trainer, and is a member of the National Speakers Association.

Through his company, Growing Forward Services, Paul has partnered with his corporate and individual clients to transform their vision, their habits, and their lives. Paul has written 4 books: The Static Cling Principle (on habits and mindsets), Maximizing Every Minute (on time management), Leading the Team You’ve Always Wanted, and Leading with Super-Vision.



Paul is married to Lovely Laura, has a 23- and an 19-year old named after state capitals, owns a cat named Sasha, and has lived in the Tri-Cities, WA, for over 20 years. For fun, he enjoys golfing, hiking, and bicycling—and orange slices—and he reads about 40 books per year.