Ken Larson
Champion Performance Systems
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
About
Ken Larson is a renowned coach and expert in maximizing human performance, earning him the title of The Champion's Coach™. With a solid educational foundation, including a Bachelor's Degree in Human Performance and a Master's Degree in Performance Psychology, coupled with his certification as an Executive Coach, Ken possesses a wealth of knowledge and expertise in driving individuals and teams to excel.
As an esteemed international keynote speaker, corporate trainer, team facilitator, and human performance consultant, Ken has successfully guided numerous organizations and individuals towards achieving their full potential. Drawing from his extensive experience, he skillfully combines practical insights with motivational strategies to ignite personal and professional growth.
Ken's journey in sports played a pivotal role in shaping his exceptional leadership abilities. During his four-year tenure with the Canadian National Basketball Team in the early 1980s, he traversed the globe, developing a profound understanding of teamwork, resilience, and competitive spirit. As a valued member of the University of Victoria Vikings, Ken contributed to the team's tremendous success, contributing to two of their seven consecutive national championships. This background propelled him into a fruitful career as a college basketball coach and athletic administrator for over a decade, consistently inspiring and guiding his teams towards excellence.
Currently serving as the President of Champion Performance Systems Inc. and a Certified Coach with Scaling Up International, Ken continues to transform organizations and individuals through his proven methodologies. His previous role as a Facilitator with Franklin Covey Canada, where he delivered impactful seminars on "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" more than 200 times, underscores his commitment to empowering others with practical tools for success. Moreover, his tenure as a Chair with The Executive Committee (TEC Canada) further solidifies his ability to mentor and coach CEOs and Presidents of companies across a diverse range of industries, spanning from multi-million-dollar enterprises to billion-dollar powerhouses.
Professional Highlights
Owner of Champion Performance Systems since 1996 Certified Coach Scaling Up/Gazelles
Chair, TEC Canada
Certified Executive Coach (Royal Roads University)
MA Performance Psychology (University of Alberta)
BSc Human Performance (University of Victoria)
Coached over 350+ leaders; coached and trained several businesses and their leadership teams.
Personal Highlights
Outside of his professional endeavors, Ken finds great joy in supporting his daughter Nikki in her pursuit of excellence in the sport of equestrian show jumping. This personal passion, combined with his unwavering dedication to his professional mission, drives him to inspire the champion within each individual he encounters. Through his infectious energy, wealth of experience, and unwavering enthusiasm, Ken Larson embodies the essence of what it means to be a champion, motivating others to unlock their full potential and achieve extraordinary success.
Coaching Regions
Canada - Atlantic Region
Canada - Central Canada
Canada - North
Canada - Prairie Provinces
Canada - West Coast
US - Midwest
US - Northeast
US- West
Industry of Expertise
Accounting/Finance
Administrative/Clerical
Automotive
Banking/Real Estate
Biotech/R&D/Science/Chemicals
Building/Construction
Coaching/Business Consulting
Computer/IT/Software Development
Creative/Design
Customer Support
Editorial/Writing
Education/Training
Engineering
Food Services/Hospitality
Human Resources/Training/Development
Installation/Maintenance
Insurance
Legal Services
Logistics/Transportation
Manufacturing/Production/Operations
Marketing
Medical/Health
Retail
Other
“Ken made significant contributions to the success of a quality initiative within the Canadian energy pipeline industry in 2014 and this success has continued into 2015 with even lofty plans well underway. Ken brings unique perspectives, the ability to draw out fantastic insights from people by asking thought-provoking questions, a ‘winning’ attitude focused on achieving excellence and a vast tool kit that allows him to flex and adapt to any situation. It has been a pleasure to continue to work with Ken as he has the right approach when it comes to developing long-lasting relationships based on honoring commitments and driving for sustainable results.”
— Vik Kohli, Director | Enbridge and Chairman of CEPA Foundation Board
“During the last ten years, Ken played a very important role in our company’s restructuring, as well as our company’s annual business plan review and preparation. Ken has become my confidant and sounding board, pushing me to higher grounds by asking me tough questions, putting me to task of completing my assignments and has constantly increased my accountability to my employees, company, family and myself by always putting a virtual mirror in front of me.
I highly recommend Ken as a business and spiritual coach, as his ability to combine both helped me become a better family man, leader and achieve many of my goals in personal and professional development.”
— David Wallach, President/ Founder | Triumph Real Estate Investment Fund
“Ken Larson is a high-performance business coach with a passion for individuals and business. His work with our company has elevated us to greater understanding, capacity and strategic awareness. Ken is a good personal coach and a good facilitator for individuals that are committed to truly getting better results out of themselves and their teams. Ken has a great network and database of resources that assists business owners in building capacities and skills that are essential in business today.”
— Dean Koeller, President | Calvert Mortgage Investment Corporation