About Chris Russell
We help organizations transform culture, strengthen accountability, and build leaders by design.
Chris Russell is a retired U.S. Air Force intelligence officer, leadership coach, and keynote speaker who equips teams to perform with clarity, empathy, and purpose.
Chris is a combat veteran who led high-performing teams in complex, high-stakes environments. Today, he brings that same focus and clarity to help organizations build resilient cultures, elevate team performance, and strengthen accountability at every level.
With over two decades of experience training, coaching, and developing leaders in both military and corporate settings.
- Certified John Maxwell Leadership Coach and speaker
- Proven results in transforming organizational culture and driving measurable performance outcomes
- Author of More Than the Mission: Leadership Lessons from My Career in Air Force Intelligence
Let’s build leaders who thrive beyond the mission.
CEO | USAF Intelligence Officer (Ret) | Maxwell-Certified Leadership Coach
Keynote Speaker | Author
Leadership Lessons From My Career In Air Force Intelligence
More Than The Mission
In his book, More Than the Mission, retired U.S. Air Force Intelligence Officer Chris Russell reveals what two decades of service in high-stakes environments taught him about leadership, character, and purpose.
This isn’t another theory book — it’s a field guide for real leaders navigating real challenges.
Leader Development Strategies for Individuals and Teams
Who We Are
What We Bring
What We Bring
At The Russell Group, we transform battlefield leadership lessons into gold for your team.
With over 20 years of military leadership experience and John Maxwell Leadership Team certification, we’re not just coaches, we’re your strategic partners in building high-performing leaders and resilient teams.
Our mission is simple: help you lead with purpose, clarity, and confidence in every environment.
What We Bring
What We Bring
What We Bring
The Russell Group provides customized leadership development solutions designed to elevate leaders at every stage, from emerging team leads to seasoned C-suite executives.
Our programs include:
- Tailored leader development packages that align with your organization’s mission and culture
- Multi-week mastermind cohorts that foster collaboration and shared growth among peers
- One-on-one coaching that drives accountability, confidence, and lasting results
With a results-driven approach, we equip leaders with the tools, insight, and strategy to excel in complex and fast-paced environments.
Why It Works
Speaking & Workshops
Speaking & Workshops
Our approach works because it blends proven servant-leadership principles with the flexibility to adapt to real-world challenges.
Every session is highly interactive, engaging, and grounded in practical strategies leaders can apply immediately.
Designed to inspire confidence, provide clarity, and spark decisive action, our methods equip both emerging and established leaders to thrive, in any mission, industry, or environment.
Through The Russell Group’s leadership coaching programs, Chris partners directly with executives, managers, and emerging leaders to strengthen communication, accountability, and trust across their teams.
Speaking & Workshops
Speaking & Workshops
Speaking & Workshops
Leadership That Lasts Beyond the Mission. Our Coaching Solutions Include:
- Individual Leadership Coaching: One-on-one sessions focused on growth, clarity, and performance
- Team Coaching Programs: Group facilitation that enhances collaboration and unity
- Executive Consulting: Strategy sessions designed to align leadership behavior with organizational goals
With a blend of proven military discipline and Maxwell-style servant leadership, Chris helps leaders move from reactive to proactive — creating cultures where people thrive, not just survive.
Schedule a consultation to explore the best program for your organization.