Ryan Cate Gibson

About Ryan Cate Gibson

I am passionate about helping organizations build resilient, high-performing workforces…

Experience

1. CEO

   Holistic Performance Group

   Nov 2012 — Present · Alabama, NY, US

   As CEO of Holistic Performance Group (HPG), I lead a team dedicated to helping organizations develop resilient, high-performing teams through strategic workforce development, leadership training, and capacity-building solutions. With decades of experience across the corporate, nonprofit, and education sectors, HPG takes a collaborative, neuroscience-based approach to training and consulting. We partner with clients to create customized, results-driven programs that align with their goals and challenges. Our expertise spans: Workforce & Leadership Development Employee Retention & Resilience Strategies Organizational Effectiveness & Change Management Cross-Cultural & Inclusive Learning Approaches Instructor-Led, Web-Based & Hybrid Training Programs Learning Management, Program Design & Assessment From needs analysis to post-delivery support we guide organizations through every phase—clarifying goals, designing impactful learning experiences, and equipping teams with the tools to thrive.

Education

• Ferrum College

  AA, Political Science

  1980 — 1982

• North Carolina Central University

  Master of Arts (M.A.), Multi Ethnic Literature and English

  2003 — 2005

• Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University

  Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Reading and Literacy

  2015 — 2018

• The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

  B.A, International Relations

  1988 — 1992

• The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

  B.A. International Relations, Cultural Anthropology and Political Science