
Frankie Powell has devoted the past 42 years to leading and serving nonprofit organizations around the world. Since 1985, he has traveled to more than 50 countries, establishing humanitarian initiatives, supporting social programs, and strengthening faith-based organizations. His lifelong passion has been raising up leaders who can make a lasting difference in their communities and beyond.
In 2017, Frankie joined the John Maxwell Team to sharpen and expand his ability to equip leaders through speaking, training, and coaching. Today, he is recognized as an award-winning John Maxwell Certified Coach, Speaker, and Trainer, celebrated for his humor, humility, and practical approach. Whether addressing a room of executives or coaching one-on-one, Frankie delivers actionable leadership solutions that empower others to grow and thrive.
As the founder of Providence LEAD, Frankie mentors leaders on five continents, guiding organizations to build healthier cultures, improve employee engagement, and retain top talent. His work reflects a deep conviction that effective leadership is the answer to nearly every organizational challenge. Frankie’s hands-on, values-based approach continues to transform workplaces into environments where people love what they do, where they do it, and who they do it with.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Frankie treasures his role as a family man. He is the proud father of two grown children and “Pop Pop” to his two grandsons, who remind him daily of the importance of legacy and generational leadership. With wisdom earned from decades of experience and a heart to serve, Frankie Powell inspires leaders to rise higher, lead stronger, and live with lasting significance.