About

Dr. Bud Welton is a transformative voice in the field of leadership development and the founder of Primal Resilience. For over three decades, he has served as a guide for those who carry the heavy weight of caring for others—specifically Christian pastors, non-profit executives, and organizational leaders.

Recognizing that traditional leadership training often overlooks the physical and emotional toll of the job, Dr. Welton developed the Primal Resilience Model. This comprehensive approach integrates the PR6 resilience factors with the rigorous adaptability of Strategic Learning and the emotional grounding skills of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

Dr. Welton’s work challenges the myth of the “Grand Overhaul,” advocating instead for strategic micro-actions that build unbreakable capacity over time. His expertise lies in helping leaders navigate trauma, prevent systemic burnout, and restore organizational health by mastering the fundamentals of physical, relational, and emotional well-being.

When he isn’t coaching leaders to anticipate adversity and achieve positive outcomes, Dr. Welton is dedicated to equipping the next generation of resilient caregivers to lead with integrity and purpose – often doing so over a cup of coffee or on a disc golf course.