A Leader Who Birdges Worlds

Meet Dr. Grady Throneberry - author, speaker, retired police chief and pastor. His unique perspective bridges leadership principles, personal growth, and social awareness. A married gay man who is theologically progressive and politically liberal, Grady brings authenticity to every conversation.

Drawing from decades of experience in law enforcement, ministry, and business ownership, he challenges audiences to think differently about leadership, identity, and building communities rooted in trust, respect, and inclusion.

FAITH

Theological progressiveness rooted in compassion

CULTURE

Understanding diverse perspectives and experiences

POLITICS

Power distribution and decision making shaping our world

LEADERSHIP

Guiding inclusive transformation with courage

"In a divided world, leadership means more than taking sides - it means building bridges."

LEADERSHIP THAT STANDS APART

PUBLIC SERVICE

Former police chief and safety director who built diverse teams and guided people through crisis.

BUSINESS LEADERSHIP

Small-business founder who championed authentic leadership and team building.

FAITH & MINISTRY

Pastor and LGBTQ advocate devoted to helping others lead without compromise.

When leadership meets authenticity, transformation follows!

Dr. Grady Throneberry is a seasoned leader, keynote speaker, and coach who helps individuals and organizations lead with integrity, empathy, and courage. Drawing from decades of experience in law enforcement, ministry, and business ownership, Grady brings a rare perspective that bridges leadership principles, personal growth, and social awareness.

For more than 40 years, Grady has led from the front lines of public service, business, and faith. As a former police chief, safety director, and small-business founder, he built diverse teams, guided people through crisis, and championed the power of authentic leadership. As a pastor and LGBTQ advocate, he’s devoted to helping others lead without compromise—where faith and inclusion coexist, and courage means standing in truth even when it’s uncomfortable.

Grady’s work sits at the intersection of leadership, authenticity, and belonging—where outlier thinking isn’t rebellion, it’s renewal.

His keynotes and coaching experiences challenge audiences to think differently—about leadership, identity, and what it means to build communities rooted in trust, respect, and inclusion.