Alan Bradford

Knoxville, Tennessee

Alan is the co-founder of Sequoias Coaching & Consulting and has come alongside organizations around the world as a trusted guide. He has over 25 years of experience in the nonprofit world and enjoys helping leaders and their teams become the best versions of themselves. Alan is the Training Director for Forge America where he oversees training for Forge leaders across the nation. He partners with denominational and church leaders around the U.S. as a coach and consultant. 

He holds a degree in Ministry Leadership from Johnson University, is a certified coach through Five Capitals, Forge, and Coach Approach Ministries, a certified Vision Strategist and Process Consultant through Auxano, and is a registered chaplain with the International  Conference of Police Chaplains. He serves as a Chaplain for the Knox County Sheriff Office. He is currently working towards an ICF certification.

Alan’s passion is to see leaders lead from health, clarity and faithfulness and help their organizations find alignment with their vision and mission.

Alan lives in Knoxville, TN with his wife, 3 daughters, 2 dogs, and 1 rabbit.

  • “Not only does Alan bring a deep bag of resources and wisdom to the table when it comes to equipping his clients, they also have a unique gift for asking profound coaching questions that provoke a wider range of perspective that ultimately leads to effective results. I have greatly appreciated his professionalism as well as our friendship.”

    Dave - Dublin, VA

  • “My coaching sessions with Alan has been incredibly helpful in deepening my awareness of my giftedness and personal values as the core of my life and ministry. I have found him to be affirming and also willing to ask the hard and uncomfortable questions! His work comes from a place of deep respect and regard for the whole life of their client.”

    Wayne - Berkshire, UK

  • “Our Church desperately needed vision and clarity. Alan walked our leadership through a retreat to develop a 5 year plan. He did so with professionalism and was also accommodating to our schedules. Alan continues to walk with us as we work through this new vision so we aren't left in this journey alone. Alan helped us reach our full potential by looking within ourselves to accomplish our goals.”

    Jeremy - Knoxville, TN

  • “Alan has been a huge encouragement to me and my organization. Over the last year he has helped me think through our mission, vision, and strategy here at Hoboken Free. He has helped me look inside myself to see where I need to grow and how I can help others grow.”

    Dave - Hoboken, NJ

  • “At a time in my life where I did not recognize myself and was unsure how I could possibly navigate leading an organization and managing my personal family life, I found breath in my lungs again. The coaching I received not only helped me to navigate the path ahead of me but it also helped me understand better the path I had already walked before. This program brought me to the deepest part of myself and allowed me to look in the face of what needed to change and be adapted so that I could not just lead my organization and manage my personal life, but enabled me to lead at a greater capacity and thrive with my family even in times of strife.”

    Dustin - Loudon, TN

  • “Timing is everything! When I was introduced to Sequoias I was looking for direction both personally and professionally. What I received was a perfect balance of coaching and consulting. Along with hours of listening and asking the right questions, Alan provided wonderful insight and direction helping me move forward while navigating tremendous change in my life. I now have the resources I need to lead others as well as myself.”

    Gregg - Louisville, KY