About Joel H. Simmons
Business Owner of Tenacity Foundation, Keynote Speaker, Leadership Coach, Podcast Host & Lieutenant Paramedic.
Joel is a visionary leader driven by purpose. With a foundation built on public service, emergency response, and pastoral care, Joel empowers individuals and organizations through workshops, live broadcasts, and mentorship. His work spans from youth development to corporate leadership, with a focus on resilience, communication, and community transformation.
Empowering Through Leadership & Resilience
Joel Simmons has spent over two decades turning life’s challenges into platforms for growth. Whether speaking to corporate teams, leading spiritual communities, or mentoring youth, his approach fuses purpose, passion, and practical insight. He helps audiences rise above adversity by unlocking their inner leadership potential.
From Firefighter to Founder
Joel’s journey from emergency response teams to boardrooms has equipped him with a rare combination of grace under pressure and vision-driven execution. He draws on these experiences to teach others how to lead boldly, think critically, and act with compassion.
Joel Simmons' Story
Born to serve, Joel Simmons began his public speaking journey while preaching at a young age. His dual roles as Assistant Pastor and Paramedic shaped his unique approach to leadership—rooted in both faith and action. With years dedicated to youth programs, community advocacy, and organizational leadership, Joel’s message is clear: growth starts with you.