The Importance of Connection in A Disconnected World

Allen Tappe established The Tappe Group in 1995. Since then, he has served as a professional speaker, trainer, and coach whose mission is to equip people with the skills and knowledge necessary to achieve the success they choose to pursue. Tappe continues to be the vision caster and inspiration within the organization.  His style is interactive and listener friendly while his message is challenging and inspiring. Tappe has been featured as the keynote speaker for various conventions and workshops across the country.

Tappe is the creator of Purposed Performance, an operating system for personal performance, growth, and development. The anchor message of Purposed Performance that Tappe consistently teaches to all audiences is that an individual must engage the conflict necessary to move from the bondage of being a victim to the freedom of being a Purposed Performer in order to achieve any real life success. Tappe provides valuable strategy and useful tools to help individuals make that vital choice. Tappe explains the Purposed Performance operating system in his two books, “The Power of Purposed Performance” and “Filling the Void”, along with his industry-specific book, “Selling Real Estate on Purpose”.

Over the years, Tappe has worked with over 40 different industries and professions, addressing challenges ranging from cultural development and communication to sales and customer service. He has worked with a diverse client base that includes doctors and lawyers, as well as teachers and accountants. He has worked with technology specialists, along with corporate executives. His diverse background allows him to relate to people right where they live and work.

Tappe began his professional career as a collegiate tennis champion, then later became a winning collegiate coach. His background includes mortgage banking, counseling and ministry, real estate, sales training and management. He is a graduate of Abilene Christian University. He has been married to Barbara Tappe for almost 50 years. He is the father of three beautiful daughters and has six exceptional grandchildren.