Chuck Coker, founder of LifeThrive Performance Systems, has dedicated his life to transforming faith-based organizations into thriving, engaged communities. He is also the host of the television show “Living My Faith,” where he highlights leaders who are living out their faith with purpose, integrity, and impact in their organizations and communities.
Having seen firsthand the challenges faith-based organizations face, including an average turnover rate of nearly 70 percent within five years, Chuck recognized the urgent need for a better way. Leaders were frustrated by constant staff changes and the loss of talented people who once believed deeply in the mission. Chuck set out to help organizations create cultures where people feel valued, aligned, and committed for the long term.
Since founding LifeThrive in 1993, Chuck has focused on empowering leaders through emotional intelligence training. He understands that people are drawn to visions that align with their values and invite them into something greater than themselves. By equipping leaders with emotional intelligence skills, he helps organizations foster trust, engagement, and sustainable growth.
Chuck brings a distinguished background to his work, including experience as a Vice President of an American Stock Exchange company. He holds SPHR certification, a Doctor of Ministry, and a PhD in Religion, along with multiple honorary doctorates. His expertise has positioned him as a trusted voice in leadership development and organizational transformation.
Through decades of experience, Chuck has seen emotional intelligence training drive measurable results, including average productivity increases of 30 to 40 percent, higher profitability, a 20 percent increase in employee engagement, and up to an 87 percent reduction in turnover within faith-based organizations.
Chuck’s work is more than a profession. It is a calling. Through LifeThrive Performance Systems and his role as host of “Living My Faith,” he continues to equip leaders to build resilient, mission-driven cultures where people can grow, contribute, and flourish.
