About Patrick Connally

Consultant | Technologist | Coach | Humanist | Speaker | #ProblemSolver

I bring people together and solve problems.  I figure out abstract, complex challenges, and make them simple.

Patrick Connally KIPP MN Career Day

Supporting KIPP Minnesota Career Day (2015)

I believe that people are power. I believe that our communities need more of our time and energy.

I believe technology is a good thing, that we can choose to make a GREAT thing.  I believe we can use it to make our lives better, and give people more time to focus on the people and things that are truly important.

I believe that diversity is more than a buzzword – it’s a responsibility.

So what do I do?

I share stories about power of diversity.

I promote and question the principles of leadership.

I share career guidance and coaching.

And finally, I offer perspective on the implications, benefits, and risks of technology adoption in business, and within communities.

Humanity through technology, leadership and diversity.

My Passions

Diversity & Inclusion, Leadership Development, Public speaking, Technology, Non-Profit Board service, working out.

My Community

I believe in the power of service, and the gift of giving.  I am a leadership advisor for the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE).  I am a (past Membership Chair and) current member of Twin Cities United Way Emerging Leaders.  I offer mentoring, and career coaching, for the Minneapolis Genesys Works program.  And I also offer individual career coaching, as well as supporting other non-profit events and activities such as United Way’s Action Day, and Second Harvest.

My Professional Experience

I’ve got a Bachelor of Arts in Communications, a Minor in Leadership Studies, a Master of Science in Industrial Technology, and a Master in Business Administration.

I’ve worked in technology for several of the Big 4 consulting firms. I designed, delivered, and managed technology solutions for clients in the government, financial services, health care, telecommunications, consumer products, automotive and manufacturing industries.  I’ve been fortunate enough to work with, and learn from some of the most talented Partners, Directors, VPs and CEOs, CIOs and CFOs across the globe.