Dr. Matt Paden

Dr. Matt Paden is the president and managing partner of Great Days Leadership, where he helps leaders and organizations grow with purpose, integrity, and impact. With more than two decades of experience as an executive, consultant, speaker, author, and coach, Matt specializes in aligning teams around mission, building healthy cultures, and developing clear, values-driven leadership. Holding a doctorate in organizational leadership from Pepperdine University, Matt brings a principled yet practical approach to developing leaders and driving organizational change. His work centers on igniting purpose, service, faith, and developing leadership in others, empowering them to create lasting influence in their workplaces and communities. His new book, The Core: 8 Principles for Building Strong, Authentic Leadership, will be released on April 21st and is available for preorder now everywhere books are sold. He lives in Franklin, Tennessee, with his wife and their two children.