Jim Patton

About Jim Patton

I appreciate you taking a moment to learn more about me and the work I do. Whether you\'re a colleague, a client, or someone just exploring leadership development ideas, I\'m glad you\'re here.For over two decades, I’ve helped organizations solve business challenges through the development of their most important asset, their people. In my current role as Director of Client Solutions at Blanchard, I partner with enterprise clients to co-create leadership development strategies that drive measurable behavior change, improve performance, and create lasting business impact.What drives me professionally is helping leaders at every level, especially front-line managers, build the skills and confidence they need to lead with purpose. I believe in practical, people-centered development that’s tied to real outcomes. My approach is consultative, strategic, and grounded in a deep belief that leadership matters, especially when navigating change.When I’m not working with clients, you’ll likely find me logging miles on a long run, enjoying a round of golf, or planning a new adventure with my wife, Jennifer. I’m an endurance athlete, a proud dad and granddad, and someone who believes in the power of consistency and showing up, for my family, my health, and my clients.If you\'re looking to elevate leadership in your organization or just want to swap ideas about behavior change and development, I’d love to connect. Feel free to reach out here on LinkedIn, email me directly at j••••••••@blanchard.com or call me at 31••••••82.

Experience

1. Director of Client Solutions

   Blanchard

   Jan 2024 — Present · Indianapolis, IN, US

   In my role as Director of Client Solutions at Blanchard, I have the privilege of working alongside senior leaders and HR teams at some of the world’s most respected organizations. My focus is on helping clients address critical leadership and performance challenges through the design and delivery of practical, research-backed development experiences.I serve as a strategic partner, working to understand each organization’s unique culture, goals, and roadblocks. From there, I collaborate with internal and client-side teams to co-create leadership journeys that support behavior change at scale, whether that’s equipping new managers to lead with confidence or helping senior leaders navigate change more effectively.The heart of my work is building trusted relationships. I’m most energized when I can help a client see what’s possible, align stakeholders around a shared vision, and support them through every step of the transformation. Whether it’s a leadership initiative that touches thousands or a targeted coaching engagement for a key team, I strive to ensure every program is practical, human-centered, and aligned to measurable business outcomes.My approach is grounded in curiosity, empathy, and a belief that leadership isn’t just a skillset, it’s a catalyst for organizational health and performance.

Education

• Indiana University Bloomington

  B.A., Criminal Justice

  1983 — 1987

• Indiana University Bloomington

  M.B.A., General Administration

  1994 — 1997

• Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy

  Certificate, Philanthropic Fundraising

  2020 — 2022

• Indiana University Bloomington

  M.A., Criminal Justice

  1987 — 1989