Gary Rodriguez

Gary Rodriguez is an Amazon bestselling author who lives in Idaho. He is president of a consulting firm specializing in senior-level executive coaching, organizational development, and conflict resolution. Earlier in his career, Gary worked as a senior executive in the radio industry and was one of the original station managers of Infinity Broadcasting. After a successful tenure in radio, he served as president of a nonprofit organization. As a young man, Gary completed a tour of duty in the U.S. Army, where he was recognized as the youngest Drill Instructor in Army history at the age of 18. Most notably, he was awarded the Silver Star—the nation’s third-highest award for valor—while serving in a combat zone. Gary is the author of several nonfiction books, including Purpose-Centered Public Speaking (2009) and its companion workbook, as well as Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking. He later expanded into fiction with his novel Stranded in the Wild (2018). His newest book, The Journey to God, continues his exploration of purpose, faith, and personal growth.