Eric Boles

Lakewood, Washington

Athlete, Author, Media Personality, Podcaster, Speaker

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Eric Boles is the CEO and Founder of The Game Changers, Inc., a leadership development firm based in Lakewood, Washington. He is an internationally recognized authority in the fields of leadership, talent development, organizational culture change, and peak performance. Using his past experience as an NFL wide receiver and his knowledge from years in consulting high profile businesses and agencies, he helps organizations of all types improve how they lead, work together, and grow their culture. Known for his energetic style, Eric Boles has spoken to thousands of professionals across North America and Europe. His clients include some of the world’s most respected companies, such as FedEx, Mayo Clinic, Meta (Facebook), Starbucks, Bridgestone, and the U.S. Army Rangers. In 2013, Boles launched The Game Changers podcast, episodes of which feature he and co-host Dale Dixon discussing topics ranging from teambuilding to leadership through uncertain times.

Early life

Eric Boles played college football at Central Washington University, where he stood out as a wide receiver from 1988 to 1991. By the end of his college career, he had earned over 1,300 receiving yards and scored 11 touchdowns. His skill and hard work earned him All-League honors and a chance to play professionally. In 1992, Boles was drafted by the NFL’s New York Jets. He later played for the Green Bay Packers.

Career

After retiring from the NFL, Eric Boles turned his focus to business, entering the specialized field of leadership consulting. In 2010, he started The Game Changers, Inc., a company that offers corporate coaching and organizational training programs to help teams and leaders perform at their best. In the years since founding The Game Changers Inc., Eric Boles has devised and led countless workshops, learning modules, and seminars. He also speaks at conferences and events held around the world.

As a keynote speaker, Boles shares real-world stories taken from his own life and experience, as well as leadership tools specifically designed to help people manage change, improve team performance, and build strong company cultures. His speaking clients span industries like healthcare, tech, finance, retail, manufacturing, and even the military. Eric Boles also wrote the book Moving to Great… Unleashing Your Best in Life and Work, published in 2017, wherein he shares his many unique takes on leadership and personal growth.

In addition to his writing, speaking, and consulting work, Eric Boles is also the co-host of The Game Changers podcast, which he launched in 2013 with Dale Dixon. The weekly podcast explores themes like leadership, personal growth, and performance—mirroring the principles he teaches in his training programs. With hundreds of episodes to date, The Game Changers has become a trusted resource for professionals seeking practical advice on navigating change and leading with clarity and courage.

Net Worth

Information about Eric Boles net worth is not currently available to the public.

Achievement

Playing in the NFL with the New York Jets and Green Bay Packers between 1992 and 1994.

Founding The Game Changers, Inc. in 2010.

Developing leadership training programs which have since been translated into 7 different languages.

Helping a roster of prestigious corporate and organizational clients like Starbucks, the Mayo Clinic, the U.S. Army Rangers, IBM, Meta, and Bank of America improve their overall performance.

Co-hosting The Game Changers podcast, alongside Dale Dixon, since 2013,

Authoring Moving to Great… Unleashing Your Best in Life and Work in 2017.