Anthony Sparks
MBA, Life Coaching Certification
AL, USAnthony D. Sparks is a speaker, content creator, and certified development coach, whose purpose is to "help others live a life OF purpose, ON purpose"! Anthony has spoken to and trained thousands at over 300+ events around the nation, ranging from conferences and seminars to staff retreats and worship services! As a coach, Anthony has been privileged to coach hundreds of individuals from all walks of life such as ministers, CEOs, vice presidents, counselors, coaches, stay-at-home parents, educators, law enforcement personnel, healthcare professionals, and more!
Anthony has written three books: "#BETTER: 7 Keys to Living a Life of Progression, Not Perfection", "RelationTIPS", & "Confessions of a Dreamer". All three have sold around the world, ranking in the Top 1% of all books sold on Amazon.com and reaching multiple Top 40 charts upon release! He also hosts a weekly podcast titled "Crock-Po(d) Conversations", that has over 5,000 downloads, has been heard on 5 CONTINENTS, and holds a perfect 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts!
After beginning his career as a manager for Regions Bank, Anthony served six years as the Executive Director of the YMCA Youth Center in Birmingham, AL. Anthony was the youngest executive director in the Birmingham YMCA, and is also recognized as the longest-serving director in the Center's history. During his tenure, Anthony and his team created a "Life Lab" program for teenagers, balanced the budget, increased program enrollment & partnerships, and positively impacted over 7,000 students!
Anthony is a graduate of the University of North Alabama, where he received both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Business Administration. Because of his accomplishments while at UNA, Anthony was elected into the University Hall of Fame.
Anthony is a native of Birmingham, AL; he's the son of Andra & Karen Sparks, and he's a proud member of "The A-Team" with his wife Ashley, and sons Aidan (age 7) & Ashton (age 2). He believes all he has or is, isn't because he's "lucky", but because he's blessed!
Anthony D. Sparks is a speaker, content creator, and certified development coach, whose purpose is to "help others live a life OF purpose, ON purpose"! Anthony has spoken to and trained thousands at over 300+ events around the nation, ranging from conferences and seminars to staff retreats and worship services! As a coach, Anthony has been privileged to coach hundreds of individuals from all walks of life such as ministers, CEOs, vice presidents, counselors, coaches, stay-at-home parents, educators, law enforcement personnel, healthcare professionals, and more!
Anthony has written three books: "#BETTER: 7 Keys to Living a Life of Progression, Not Perfection", "RelationTIPS", & "Confessions of a Dreamer". All three have sold around the world, ranking in the Top 1% of all books sold on Amazon.com and reaching multiple Top 40 charts upon release! He also hosts a weekly podcast titled "Crock-Po(d) Conversations", that has over 5,000 downloads, has been heard on 5 CONTINENTS, and holds a perfect 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts!
After beginning his career as a manager for Regions Bank, Anthony served six years as the Executive Director of the YMCA Youth Center in Birmingham, AL. Anthony was the youngest executive director in the Birmingham YMCA, and is also recognized as the longest-serving director in the Center's history. During his tenure, Anthony and his team created a "Life Lab" program for teenagers, balanced the budget, increased program enrollment & partnerships, and positively impacted over 7,000 students!
Anthony is a graduate of the University of North Alabama, where he received both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Business Administration. Because of his accomplishments while at UNA, Anthony was elected into the University Hall of Fame.
Anthony is a native of Birmingham, AL; he's the son of Andra & Karen Sparks, and he's a proud member of "The A-Team" with his wife Ashley, and sons Aidan (age 7) & Ashton (age 2). He believes all he has or is, isn't because he's "lucky", but because he's blessed!
Fired...UP!
In this program, Anthony uses his experience of an unexpected firing to inspire audience members to understand that termination doesn't have to be terminal. Drawing on that fateful day and going through the steps he took to bounce back, your attendees will know exactly what they can do to go from being FIRED to...
I LOVE What I Do...But I Don't LIKE You!
With this program, Anthony uses his ten-plus years of leadership experience to get to the heart of leaders and followers by facilitating a passionate discussion to create an atmosphere of learning, understanding, and responsibility-sharing.
Take the Leap!
In this program, Anthony gives attendees the necessary tools to go from GOOD to GREAT, by focusing on the ONE thing everybody can do to take that leap. Using a slate of interactive activities, thought-provoking discussion, and real-life scenarios, this presentation is for your team if it's time to break out of the box and get better--internally &...
The Butterfly Effect
In this program, Anthony addresses that and helps attendees understand the power they have to impact lives while just doing the seemingly run-of-the-mill activities. Everyone has the ability, and this program helps the audience understand the importance of also having the willingness!
One Size Fits Some
In this program, Anthony gets attendees interacting and working to debunk the myth that when it comes to dealing with others, one size fits all! Whether you're in leadership, on a team, or in HR; whether you're subordinate or superior; it doesn't matter--"One Size Fits...
Dare to Be Different
In this program, Anthony takes attendees on a trip inward to get them thinking about what they really want and if they're really ready to do what it takes to get there. As always, using personal experience, Anthony challenges attendees to break out of their boxes and do some new things to get new results!
Virtual Presentation
