A Lifetime of Leadership and Learning
Paul Empey is an author, mentor, entrepreneur, and seasoned business leader whose career spans more than four decades across manufacturing, operations, executive leadership, and business transformation. His professional journey began on the production floor and, through determination, resilience, and a willingness to keep learning, led him to the CEO’s office.
His leadership philosophy was not formed in classrooms alone, but through lived experience, difficult decisions, trusted mentors, setbacks, and real responsibility. Throughout his career, he has deeply believed in the value of relationships, the importance of accountability, and the power of helping people grow into stronger leaders.
Today, Paul shares the lessons of his journey through writing, mentoring, and leadership development. His work is rooted in honesty, humility, and purpose, offering readers and aspiring leaders a thoughtful, experience-driven perspective on what it truly means to lead well.
Decades of Experience
Experience spanning operations, leadership, and entrepreneurship.
Leadership Certifications
Trained in Franklin Covey, Wiley’s DiSC, and Five Behaviors.
What Shaped the Author Behind the Book
Shop Floor
Foundations
Paul began as a production operator, where he first learned teamwork and accountability.
A Career Across Industries
His experience spans manufacturing, operations, entrepreneurship, and executive leadership.
Leadership Through Mentorship
He credits much of his growth to mentors who challenged and shaped him.
Lessons Shared
Forward
His book and the In-Gaged Leadership company share the values, setbacks, and wisdom gathered over more than forty years.
