Tricia Garwood is the Co-Founder of Bright Bridge Strategies, with decades of experience in leadership development, creativity research, and transformative facilitation to help individuals and organizations thrive.

A lifelong educator and strategic consultant, Tricia is passionate about unlocking the full genius of people and teams. She guides leaders and groups to:

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• Build self-awareness and strengthen interpersonal understanding

• Design inclusive, innovative cultures

• Communicate with authenticity and impact

• Approach challenges with creativity, resilience, and purpose

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Her work bridges research and practice, enabling leaders to grow in ways that are human-centered, future-focused, and grounded in meaningful collaboration.

What Tricia Brings to Clients

 

• Executive Development & Coaching: Creator and facilitator of leadership programs for executives across industries, including global initiatives preparing senior leaders for top roles.

• Strategic Consulting: Partner to organizations seeking to align leadership development, culture, and business strategy with equity and inclusion goals.

• Learning Design Expertise: Proven track record designing large-scale, immersive learning experiences - from executive academies to enterprise-wide leadership strategies.

• Creativity & Innovation Thought Leadership: Ongoing researcher, published author, and educator on how creativity drives effective problem solving, innovation, and collaboration.

 

From global immersions to executive coaching, Tricia brings depth, imagination, and a steadfast commitment to helping leaders and teams succeed.

Whether she's rallying on the tennis court, framing life through her camera lens, or sharing laughter with family, Tricia thrives on moments that bring joy and fresh perspective. These passions not only fuel her creativity but also deepen her ability to help leaders see their world in new ways—grounded, energized, and open to possibility.