Ken Larson is a renowned coach and expert in maximizing human performance, earning him the title of The Champion’s Coach™. With a solid educational foundation, including a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Performance and a Master’s Degree in Performance Psychology, coupled with his certification as an Executive Coach, Ken possesses a wealth of knowledge and expertise in driving individuals and teams to excel.
As an esteemed international keynote speaker, corporate trainer, team facilitator, and human performance consultant, Ken has successfully guided numerous organizations and individuals towards achieving their full potential. Drawing from his extensive experience, he skillfully combines practical insights with motivational strategies to ignite personal and professional growth.
Ken’s journey in sports played a pivotal role in shaping his exceptional leadership abilities. During his four-year tenure with the Canadian National Basketball Team in the early 1980s, he traversed the globe, developing a profound understanding of teamwork, resilience, and competitive spirit. As a valued member of the University of Victoria Vikings, Ken contributed to the team’s tremendous success, contributing to two of their seven consecutive national championships. This background propelled him into a fruitful career as a college basketball coach and athletic administrator for over a decade, consistently inspiring and guiding his teams towards excellence.
Currently serving as the President of Champion Performance Systems Inc. and a Certified Coach with Scaling Up International, Ken continues to transform organizations and individuals through his proven methodologies. His previous role as a Facilitator with Franklin Covey Canada, where he delivered impactful seminars on “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” more than 200 times, underscores his commitment to empowering others with practical tools for success. Moreover, his tenure as a Chair with The Executive Committee (TEC Canada) further solidifies his ability to mentor and coach CEOs and Presidents of companies across a diverse range of industries, spanning from multi-million-dollar enterprises to billion-dollar powerhouses.
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
- Owner of Champion Performance Systems since 1996
- Certified Coach Scaling Up/Gazelles
- Chair, TEC Canada
- Certified Executive Coach (Royal Roads University)
- MA Performance Psychology (University of Alberta)
- MA Performance Psychology (University of Alberta)
- Coached and trained over 350 leaders and multiple business leadership teams
PERSONAL HIGHLIGHTS
Outside of his professional endeavors, Ken finds great joy in supporting his daughter Nikki in her pursuit of excellence in the sport of equestrian show jumping. This personal passion, combined with his unwavering dedication to his professional mission, drives him to inspire the champion within each individual he encounters. Through his infectious energy, wealth of experience, and unwavering enthusiasm, Ken Larson embodies the essence of what it means to be a champion, motivating others to unlock their full potential and achieve extraordinary success.
