Rich Kirkpatrick
Rich Kirkpatrick, a native of San Jose, California, studied music at The Phil Mattson School, and earned his bachelor’s and master’s from William Jessup University. Over the years, he has worked as a church musician and ministry leader. Rich writes, consults, and speaks about the intersection of creativity, faith and leadership. His lastest book, MINDBLOWN: Unlock Your Creative Genius by Bridging Science and Magic, is about the creative process. His first book, The Six Hats of the Worship Leader, has helped thousands of church musicians and remains on the reading list at several universities. As a musician, Rich is a songwriter and recording artist, with A Beautiful Liturgy. He loves a good espresso and deep conversations with friends, new and old. Rich lives in the East Bay Area, California.