Leaders within corporations understand the importance of branding their products and services to create value in the minds of their customers. Every effective leader should also determine his or her personal brand and discover the value of their influence with everyone they encounter.

Welcome to a blog where you can learn more about about leadership development and personal brand awareness… AND contribute your thoughts and ideas!

My name is Tony Bolden, and I am the husband of a gorgeous wife and the dad of two beautiful daughters. I’m also the Chief Evangelist of The Leader’s Brand. I’m an Author (“The 9 Signs of Effective Leadership”), Sales Professional (21+ years of field experience), a Speaker, Trainer, and Facilitator.

I have more than 21 years of experience in helping organizational leaders maximize the effectiveness of their people to achieve strategic business objectives. I am passionate about sales and leadership – and I write and speak on how important they are to personal and organizational development. Some of my speaking and training clients have included:

• The Loss Prevention Foundation
• The American Society of Association Executives
• The National Business Travelers Association
• The National Conference of Student Services
• Future Business Leaders of America/Phi Beta Lambda, Inc.
• Junior Achievement of America
• The National Black Law Students Association

I earned an MBA in Organizational Psychology and Development, and a Doctorate of Management in Organizational Leadership, with a research focus of sales leadership and development. My family and I reside in suburban Atlanta, GA.