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Dave Blanchard
A Visionary Leader in Personal and
Professional Transformation
David T. Blanchard, founder and CEO of The Og Mandino Companies and partner at Team Brave, LLC, has dedicated his career to helping individuals and organizations achieve real and lasting success. With decades of experience, an innovative approach to self-improvement, and an unwavering commitment to intentional creation, Dave has become a transformative figure in personal and professional development.
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A Commitment to Metabolic Health and Wellness
Dave’s transformation—losing 82 pounds from 257 to 175—ignited his passion for helping others reclaim health and confidence. As a Certified OPTAVIA Health Coach, he now guides clients through the Optimal Weight 5 & 1 Plan®, a program clinically shown to promote weight loss while preserving up to 98% of lean mass. Protecting lean muscle matters because it drives metabolism, energy, and long-term vitality.
Today, more than 9 out of 10 adults are metabolically unhealthy, a silent crisis affecting energy, mood, and long-term wellness. Dave’s coaching provides a science-backed solution rooted in 40+ years of research and peer-reviewed studies. His approach goes beyond the scale—helping clients align physical, mental, and emotional well-being for lasting transformation.
With accountability, compassion, and proven tools, Dave’s mission is simple: “Our Mission is Your Success.” His goal is not just weight loss, but true metabolic health—restoring energy, resilience, and confidence for life.
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Coaching and Speaking
Dave’s influence extends across diverse audiences, from business owners and corporate executives to athletic teams and couples seeking personal growth. He has coached thousands of individuals, empowering them to overcome self-doubt, achieve clarity, and build thriving lives and businesses.
An accomplished speaker, Dave has delivered over 500 presentations across the globe, from Boston to Budapest. He has been a featured keynote speaker at national and international conferences and has worked closely with high-level executive teams in more intimate settings. His ability to connect with audiences, inspire change, and offer actionable strategies has made him a sought-after thought leader in his field.
Author and Innovator
Dave is the author of three impactful books: Today I Begin a New Life—Intentional Creation, The Observer’s Chair—Healing Self-Esteem, and Equanimity—Conquering Mt. Entrepreneur. These works reflect his deep understanding of human behavior, self-esteem, and the entrepreneurial spirit, offering readers actionable insights for overcoming challenges and creating meaningful lives.
A pioneer in the field of habit analysis, Dave is also the co-creator of the Habit Finder and Habit Finder Health Assessments. Using a Nobel Prize-nominated formal mathematical science, these assessments measure with precision the habits of thinking that drive behavior. By identifying and addressing these thought patterns, Dave helps individuals unlock their potential and achieve lasting self-improvement.
The Habit Finder assessments have reached over 200,000 individuals, with Dave personally debriefing more than 10,000 of them. His hands-on expertise and deep compassion make him a trusted guide for those seeking to transform their lives.
Overcoming Adversity and Creating Success
Dave’s journey is a testament to resilience and determination. He has experienced the heights of creating successful businesses and the depths of losing millions in the collapse of the real estate market in 1989. These challenges, coupled with personal struggles such as childhood traumas, debt, self-doubt, and illness, have shaped his approach to life and work.
Rather than catastrophizing, Dave has embraced the lessons learned from adversity. He is passionate about teaching others how to ignite passion, build resilience, and create dreams incrementally—“one millimeter at a time.” His philosophy of intentional creation encourages individuals to stay focused on their goals and maintain a mindset of growth and possibility, regardless of obstacles.
A Life Rooted in Family and Purpose
For Dave, success is not just about professional achievements—it’s also about meaningful relationships and a life filled with purpose. He has been married to his sweetheart, Ramona, for 50 years, a partnership that remains his greatest joy. Together, they have raised seven remarkable children and are proud grandparents to twenty-seven grandchildren.
Dave’s family is a source of inspiration and strength, grounding him in the values of love, connection, and gratitude. His personal experiences as a husband, father, and grandfather inform his coaching and speaking, adding depth and authenticity to his work.
Igniting Passion and Staying in Creation
At the heart of Dave’s philosophy is the idea of intentional creation. He encourages his clients to “always stay in creation,” a mindset that fuels progress, passion, and purpose. By focusing on incremental growth and aligning daily habits with long-term goals, Dave helps individuals turn their dreams into reality.
Whether through his books, coaching, speaking engagements, or health initiatives, Dave Blanchard continues to inspire individuals and organizations to embrace transformation, overcome challenges, and create meaningful success. His story is one of resilience, vision, and unwavering dedication to helping others live their best lives.
