About

Bob Upgren is the co-founder and CEO of Cross Training Inc., one of the largest sports and leadership organizations in the country.  He has spoken to over 1 million people worldwide and is considered one of the most unique and innovative thinkers today on the subject of Artistic Leadership.

As an author, speaker, and independent consultant, he has been routinely praised by such organizations as the NBA, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Verizon Wireless, Blue Cross Blue Shield and many more. He has become an invaluable resource in challenging, mentoring, and teaching people of all ages how to be more creative and artistic leaders.

As one of the emerging thought leaders in the country, Bob Upgren is consistently called upon to work with schools, businesses and youth associations worldwide.

PRO ATHLETE MENTOR

After briefly playing professional basketball overseas, Bob Upgren founded and now leads one of the largest sports and leadership programs in the United States. He has worked with the NBA as a mentor to aspiring NBA players and spoken to aspiring professional basketball players at the D-League Showcase.   Some of the greatest NBA players in history have attached to his mission of using sport to impact youth.

Every other summer, Upgren and his team take youth internationally to play the sport they love and serve the people of the Dominican Republic. (For more information you can visit www.crosstrainingcamp.com)

AUTHOR

As an author, much of Upgren’s latest writings are categorized under the leadership umbrella. His latest book, the Storyteller, released in the fall of 2009, was created for the sole purpose of posing one simple question, “Who’s leading you?” This book has become the launching pad of discussion for tens of thousands of young people around the world as well as Fortune 100 & 500 companies.  For purchase information on the Storyteller, click here.

MASTER CHALK ARTIST

What truly separates Bob Upgren from other presenters is his unique style of delivery.  He is one of the best performing chalk artists in the world.  Using this amazing talent, he creates life changing metaphors that not only “wow” the audience, but reinforce his message.  Whether its an auditorium filled with thousands of youth or a high level Fortune 100 executive event, Bob Upgren’s delivery engages even the toughest participant.

In the past 12 years Bob Upgren has used this unique style of presentation to impact over 1 million people worldwide.  He has performed and spoken for Professional Athletes, CEO’s of Fortune 100 and 500 companies, the United States Military, and the largest youth associations in the world.

BLOG INFORMATION

This is Bob Upgren’s personal speaking website, as well as blog. Please read Bob Upgren’s philosophy relating to the posts within this website.

“My philosophy is that we need to develop a new paradigm/appreciation for the importance of nurturing individuals’ passions and talents. Too many people never connect with their natural born abilities and therefore, don’t know what they are really capable of achieving. In essence, they don’t know who they really are.”

“In my blog, I will write about artistic leadership, education, the next generation, speaking as a career, and, on occasion, topics that don’t fit neatly into one of these categories. I also occasionally write about the resources I am discovering. My goal is to create insightful, relevant content that you can use in your personal and professional life. If you are in a position of leadership— or aspire to be—then this blog is for you. If you are a leader who pushes the envelope artistically in your organization, then this blog is REALLY for you.  I typically post once a week. To make sure you don’t miss my newest posts, you can subscribe via email.”

CONTACT INFORMATION

You can contact Bob Upgren via email or follow him on  Facebook.

DISCLAIMER

This is Bob Upgren’s personal speaking website and blog. The opinions expressed here do not necessarily represent those of Cross Training Inc. The information provided is on an as-is basis.  There are no representations as to accuracy, completeness, currentness, suitability, or validity of any information on this blog and no liability exists for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses, injuries, or damages arising from its use.