Sean Covey
About Sean Covey
Sean Covey is the President of the Education Division at FranklinCovey and an accomplished author known for 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens.' He has a diverse background in business and education, with significant contributions to leadership programs and literature.
Current Roles at FranklinCovey
Sean Covey currently serves as the President of the Education Division at FranklinCovey. He has been in this role since 2018 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Additionally, he holds the position of EVP of Global Solutions and Partnerships at FranklinCovey, which he has occupied since 2011.
Previous Positions at FranklinCovey
Before his current roles, Sean Covey spent 22 years at FranklinCovey as Chief Innovation Officer and Education Leader from 1994 to 2016. During his tenure, he contributed significantly to various initiatives and educational programs.
Early Career as Business Analyst
Sean Covey has early career experience working as a Business Analyst. He worked at Trammel Crow Ventures in Dallas, TX, from 1991 to 1992 and at Deloitte & Touche in Boston, MA, from 1990 to 1991. These roles provided him with foundational business and analytical skills.
Educational Background
Sean Covey holds an MBA from Harvard Business School, earned between 2002 and 2004. He also has a Bachelor's degree in English from Brigham Young University, where he studied from 1986 to 1990.
Books Authored by Sean Covey
Sean Covey authored 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens,' which has been translated into 30 languages and sold over eight million copies worldwide. He is also a co-author of 'The Leader in Me' and 'The 4 Disciplines of Execution.' He contributed modern additions to the 30th anniversary edition of 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.'
Initiatives and Projects
Sean Covey directed the Leader in Me® program, which has been implemented in over 5,000 schools across 50 countries. He co-founded Bridle Up Hope, a global non-profit charity that uses equestrian training to help young women build hope, confidence, and resilience.
Media Appearances
Sean Covey regularly appears on radio and TV shows and print media as a versatile keynote speaker. His insights and expertise are sought after in various platforms and forums.
Achievements in Sports
As the starting quarterback for Brigham Young University's football team, Sean Covey led his team to two bowl games. He was twice named ESPN Most Valuable Player of the Game, showcasing his leadership and athletic skills.