Frank Trammer

CEO - Guardian Leadership, LLC

Frank A. Trammer is a nationally recognized leadership speaker and trainer specializing in leadership development, organizational culture, and personal growth. He is the Founder and CEO of Guardian Leadership, an organization dedicated to inspiring, challenging, and equipping leaders to lead with purpose, reach their fullest potential, and enrich the lives of those they serve. Since founding Guardian Leadership in 2018, Frank has helped hundreds of public safety agencies and thousands of leaders across government, public safety, nonprofit, and private-sector organizations strengthen leadership capacity and transform organizational culture. His work focuses on developing leaders from the inside out—building character, strengthening self-leadership, expanding influence, and equipping organizations to thrive in complex and rapidly evolving environments. Frank brings more than two decades of executive leadership and public safety experience, including serving as Chief of Police for the City of Stockbridge, Georgia, where he helped establish and lead a new police department. His leadership emphasized cultivating a strong organizational culture, developing leaders at every level, and implementing forward-thinking strategies that strengthened operational performance and community partnerships. These experiences now shape the leadership principles he teaches nationwide and reinforce his belief that developing people is the foundation for building strong organizations and stronger communities. In addition to leading Guardian Leadership, Frank serves as an Executive Director with John Maxwell Leadership, one of the world’s most respected leadership development organizations. He previously served as an adjunct professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology and Columbus State University, where he taught leadership. Frank has contributed to national leadership development initiatives through partnerships with organizations such as the International Association of Chiefs of Police and the FBI National Academy Associates. He serves as a lead trainer in the FBINAA Leadership Certification Program, where he played a key role in developing its leadership curriculum. He has also served as a Subject Matter Expert with the International Association of Chiefs of Police, supporting national efforts to strengthen leadership training and professional development. Frank is the creator of The Guardian’s Ascent, a comprehensive leadership development framework designed to accelerate leader growth from the inside out. The program focuses on strengthening self-leadership, equipping leaders to lead others effectively, developing high-performing teams, and shaping healthy, thriving organizational cultures. Known for his engaging, relatable, and practical teaching style, Frank is a sought-after keynote speaker and instructor who has delivered leadership training and keynote presentations at major national and international conferences and professional organizations. Frank remains actively involved in community service and nonprofit initiatives and is passionate about helping leaders lead with clarity, courage, and conviction while strengthening the organizations and communities they serve.

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