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Eddy Paul Thomas
Eddy Paul Thomas
· AUTHOR
· SPEAKER
· COACH
· CONSULTANT

Eddy Paul Thomas is a celebrated author, life and leadership coach, entrepreneur, and host of The Unbroken Place Podcast. Known for his ability to help leaders and teams unlock their potential, Eddy empowers clients to lead with clarity, empathy, and purpose. His work in life, leadership, and entrepreneurship coaching blends practical strategy with conscious leadership principles—emphasizing self-awareness, accountability, and the courage to create meaningful change.

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As the founder of Elevate 1 Consulting, Executive Director of The Black Missions Museum, and the

Chair of the National African American Missions Council’s Advisory Council, Eddy partners with executives, entrepreneurs, and mission-driven organizations to build high-impact teams, launch sustainable ventures, and navigate change with confidence. Drawing on two decades of experience at the intersections of leadership, mental health, social justice, and education, he helps leaders design systems that champion human dignity, equity, and long-term success.

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Eddy’s expertise in mental health and human services is foundational to his coaching approach. He served on the University of Louisville Emergency Psychiatric Services Team, has been certified as a Qualified Developmental Disability Professional, and was an active member of the Coalition for the Homeless, and the Medical Group Management Association. These experiences have given him deep insight into crisis intervention, systemic challenges, and the importance of mental well-being in leadership and organizational health.

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Eddy holds a Master of Arts in Organizational Management from the University of Arizona Global Campus. He is Certified in Protecting Human Research Participants through the National Institutes of Health, a Certified MBTI Practitioner, and a Certified Life Coach through Alison. This combination of academic rigor, research ethics training, and professional certifications informs his evidence-based and highly personalized approach to coaching.

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Building on this, Eddy also served as a Professor of Cross-Cultural Communications at Harrison College’s School of Business, where he guided students in understanding how culture, communication, and leadership intersect in today’s global environment. This academic role further enriched his coaching philosophy, equipping him to help leaders navigate diversity with empathy, authenticity, and skill.

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His leadership journey is rooted in a diverse career that has taken him from the basketball court to the boardroom, the mission field, and the classroom. A former point guard for Purdue University’s 1995–96 Big Ten Championship Team, he later helped coach Franklin College Women’s Basketball to a conference championship and NCAA Tournament berth. He went on to found Elevation Performance Training, a nationally recognized program that developed student-athletes in faith, education, and civic leadership. These experiences honed his skill in motivating individuals and cultivating team culture—skills he now applies to leaders and entrepreneurs across industries.

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An award-winning entrepreneur and author, Eddy has written The Conscious Shift, A Broken Seat at the Table: Conversations About Race, Resilience, and Building Bridges, and several children's books which debuted at #1 on the Amazon Top 100. His books, along with his podcast, explore resilience, empathy, conscious self-discovery, and the art of building inclusive, purpose-driven organizations.

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Whether through coaching, consulting, speaking, or writing, Eddy equips leaders to bridge divides, strengthen communities, and achieve goals that matter. His mission is simple yet profound: to help people lead with integrity, build with intention, and live a life that creates lasting impact.

Credentials

Master of Arts

in Organizational

Management

Certified in

Protecting Human

Research Participants

Certified

MBTI Practitioner

Certified

Life Coach

Appearances

Eddy Paul Thomas has been incredibly fortunate to share his insights and stories across a variety of platforms, from podcast airwaves and engaging in dynamic panel discussions to contributing as a guest writer for numerous organizations. Here's a curated selection of these appearances for your enjoyment and inspiration. Click an image below, dive in and explore!

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