Founders
Frank Niles is a social and behavioral scientist, researcher, executive coach, and speaker. For the past decade, he has served as a trusted advisor to leaders wanting to create positive change in their lives and organizations. Clients describe Franks approach as practical, powerful, and "life changing."
He has appeared in various national media including Chief Learning Officer magazine, Inc.com, National Public Radio, and CSPAN, and writes about personal development and success for The Huffington Post. He is founder of Niles Performance Group, a coaching and communications firm, and is a sought after keynote speaker.
Frank holds a Ph.D. in political science (University of Houston, University Park) and is the author of over 40 research studies on decision-making and organizational effectiveness. He is on faculty at John Brown University.
Frank is also a former Los Angeles County paramedic and accomplished rock climber. And before deciding he needed to make a living, performed stand-up comedy.
Frank lives in Northwest Arkansas with his wife Jennifer and daughter Emma.
Nick T. Ogle is a licensed therapist, professor, executive coach, and international speaker. He is an expert on human relationships and their impact on everyday functioning in the workplace and home.
Nick draws on psychology, philosophy, and research to help individuals, couples, and organizations function effectively and holistically. His interactive approach to coaching and therapy is often referred to as uniquely refreshing, more tangible than traditional approaches, and authentic.
He holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education from the University of Arkansas and a M.S. in Counseling from Denver Seminary. He is the author of over 30 studies/articles on such topics as empathy, sexuality, existentialism, therapeutic travel, and executive therapy.
A unique contribution that Nick has had to the field is his development of Authentic Life Travel, an organization that designs therapeutic travel experiences for groups of people. The trips focus on three topics: authenticity, differentiation, and celebration.
Nick has worked with executives at large corporations such as Walmart, JB Hunt, Tyson, etc. as well as executive pastors and nonprofit ministry directors. He has helped executives and leaders recover from sexual scandals, ethical violations, marital issues, etc. He has even been privileged to remarry two executive couples.
Nick lives in Arkansas with his wife (Emily), two boys (Tenney and Sully) and soon-to-be adopted girl.