“Ordinary people can achieve extrordinary things
when given a chance by people who care.”
- Frank Ricci III, PhD, CHt

Frank Ricci is Executive Director and Co-Founder of The FREND Group Clinic.

He is a motivational speaker, behavioral therapist and educator specializing in mind/body wellness.

Frank is also a Cancer survivor. He contracted Cancer from second-hand smoke and has dedicated his life to helping people in need eliminate chronic stress and stress-related issues such as smoking, obesity, insomnia, pain, alcohol and drug abuse, through inspiration, education and treatment.

From adversity to success:

Frank was raised in humble beginnings from a proud hard working Italian immigrant family to working with international celebrities and royalty.

If anyone knows how to overcome adversity, pick himself up by his bootstraps and achieve success it is Frank Ricci.

Today, Frank is regarded as one of the best inspirational speakers on self-improvement and behavior modification.

Participants comment on how personable, informed and dynamically engaging Frank is and how he balances confidence and humility with a passion to help others.

From defense to celebrity

Frank joined the Air Force and received a secret clearance and college education in Geodetics and Computational Aerial Surveying in Washington, DC.

While in Washington he experienced a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity when he attended President Kennedy's Inauguration.

After receiving his honorable discharge, he once again returned to school and received a certification in computer programming and worked in defense as a Scientific Computer Programmer.

Frank was also gifted with an exceptional singing voice, so during his off-duty hours he would sing locally. An executive from a major Las Vegas hotel heard him and immediately offered him a position as a Headliner.

Frank's reputation grew rapidly and he performed opposite international superstars like Reba McEntire, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, Don Rickles, Tammy Wynette and dozens more.

While appearing in Las Vegas the same time as Bill Cosby, Frank heard that Bill returned to school and received a PhD. Always interested in psychology and motivated by Bill's accomplishment; Frank also returned to school and received a PhD in Metaphysics and Theological Counseling plus a certification in Behavior Modification utilizing Clinical Hypnotherapy.

His education, drive and invaluable training as a stage performer has helped Frank become one of the premier motivational speakers.

Establishes a National Health Clinic.

Performing in smoky showrooms took its toll and Frank contracted Cancer from second-hand smoke.

After beating this deadly disease, he dedicated his life to helping others avoid this life threatening addiction and co-founded The FREND Group Institute.

The FREND Group specializes in motivational psychology and mind/body wellness. FREND educates people on how to eliminate chronic stress and stress-related issues such as obesity, insomnia, pain, substance abuse and much more.

Humanitarian Recognition

Frank has always taken a special interest in helping people, especially the disadvantaged and received a Humanitarian Award for his work with Down Syndrome children and recognition for his work with inner-city youth from the Urban League.

Frank's mission

To improve the quality of life through education and inspiration so people can lead happier, healthier more productive lives.

To review Frank's Curriculum Vita click here

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