Benjamin “Ben” Barnett is a professional speaker, transformational coach and experienced leader who works with individuals and organizational teams that are seeking undeniable progress and enrichment. He excels at coaching people from the inside out, whether it’s to enhance a life that’s already satisfactory or to implement a complete lifestyle or career change. Ben is a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Holistic Theology and also has a Master’s in Divinity (M.Div.), Theology/Urban Ministry. His unique coaching process is integrative in nature and intended to spark awareness, increase personal power and to expand his audiences ability to achieve a breakthrough in areas where people tend to get stuck.
With a considerably impressive history in athletics, Ben was inducted into the Wrestling Hall of Fame. He is also a West Point graduate and former US Army Officer who was once honored by the currently retired US Army four-star general, Colin Powell, who was the first African American appointed as the U.S. Secretary of State, and the first, and so far the only, to serve on the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
While in United States Military Academy at West Point, Ben served as Distinguished Graduate Captain for the US Army Football Team as well as being a member of General Abrams Male Athlete for Collegiate Career. Ben went on to serve as a Graduate Assistant Football Coach for running backs on the Army football team. Later, he served as the Assistant Regimental Adjutant for the Command Staff for Tank Maintenance, Weapons and Munitions [Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD].
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT BEN
“I have known Dr. Benjamin Barnett for over 10 years and can attest to his superior competence as a Pastor, Professor, and Life Coach. With his years of experience, combined with a high standard for client engagement and service, Ben fulfills his passion for teaching and training through his unparalleled professionalism and his dedication to achieving successful results.” – Camille F., International Journalist and Cultural Anthropologist
“Ben is an excellent communicator and always provides thoughtful, relevant practical advise.” Steve Nghe, Head of Marketing & Communications at Kloeckner
“Ben is a great guy. Solid character, work ethic, articulate communicator.” Jerry Totty, Regional Sales Director for Neuroscience BU, Takeda Pharmaceuticals
As the Owner and Coach of Breakthrough Integrative Coaching, Ben is a compelling Speaker, Leader, Coach and Story-teller who is also a Minister for the Bridge Pointe Church. He has traveled the globe including to Africa, the Caribbean, all over the continental United States and the Middle East. He has led and managed leaderships teams of organizations with focus groups as small as 50+ persons or larger organizations ranging in size from 250-4,000 people. Ben also served as the Chaplain for the US Veteran’s Administration where they served veterans located in Psychiatric Intensive Care and Cardiology units of the Atlanta VA Medical Center.
Below are just a few of his accomplishments.
