Rick Rigsby Biography
Rick Gigsby is known as an American Award-winning journalist, motivational speaker, minister, author, and also the President as well as CEO of Rick Rigsby Communications. In addition, he is an internationally acclaimed speaker who presents to the top companies worldwide.
How old is Rick Rigsby? – Age
Rigsby is 61 years old as of 2024. He was born in 1962, in San Francisco, California, the United States of America, where he also grew up.
How tall is Rick Rigsby? – Height
He stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches (1.72 m) tall.
Rick Rigsby Mother, Father – Family
Rick was raised up in San Francisco by his father, who was known as a cook. In addition, his father encouraged him to live life to the fullest, and instilled in him many life lessons, which involve avoiding being judgmental, and making sure to do everything the right way and making an impact along with whatever he did. However, he has not revealed any further details as regards his family.
Education
Rick went to California State University where he graduated holding a degree in Mass Communications in 1978. Later, he continued with his master’s degree in Public Communications. Later after his graduation, he attended the University of Oregon to complete a Ph.D.
Is Rick Rigsby Married? – Wife
Rigsby got married to his lovely wife Trina Williams. Additionally, the couple met in college and are blessed with two children. They got married when Rick was serving as a reporter while Trina worked as a nurse at Feather River Hospital. Unfortunately, Trina passed away in 1996 after a fight with breast cancer.
Rick Rigsby Career
Gigsby followed his journalism career together with graduate school and also two decades as a college professor. Mostly, he served at Texas A&M University where he as well worked as a character coach and chaplain for the Aggies football team. Likewise, he got massive recognition after delivering a motivational speech in 2017 at the California University Maritime Academy; his speech later went viral shortly after the event.
Furthermore, Rick is a favorite among professional and collegiate sports organizations. Besides, a former Award-winning professor, he spent over two decades teaching at several colleges. Additionally, he was hired by legendary football icon R. C. Slocum as chaplain and also Life Skills coach for the Aggies football team.
Rigsby is as well a regular contributor to many national television and radio programs. Following his call to assist people realize their full potential, he brings a combined four decades of experience and also expertise to the set of How Ya Livin? This transformative podcast inspires, encourages, and challenges people at every level to dream bigger, achieve the impossible, and stretch beyond their comfort zones.
Rick Rigsby Net Worth
An American Award-winning journalist, and motivational speaker has an estimated net worth of $3 million.
Rick Awards
Rigsby served at California State University for a period of two years as an assistant professor, and in 1992 moved to Texas A&M to work in the same capacity. Additionally, he mainly taught speech communication classes, which as well saw him win the Outstanding Teaching Award from the College of Liberal Arts.
Besides, he coached for the school’s football team, the Texas A&M Aggies, enabling him to win another award known as the Outstanding Faculty Diversity Award.
Rick Rigsby Church
In January 26, 2014, Dr. Rick became installed as Elder and Associate Pastor of Radiant Life Church in McKinley, Texas. He later founded Rick Rigsby Ministries where he as well speaks for churches in numerous capacities such as Sunday worship, revivals, family camps, and retreats. Furthermore, Rick speaks at chapel services and clinics for college and also professional sports organizations such as the PGA and also for teams in the National Football League.
You can find and follow Rigsby on Twitter using the account name: @DrRickRigsby