Bret Farrar

Bret Farrar is the CEO and Founder of Sendero Consulting, a business consulting firm he launched in 2004 with his wife Ruth, who serves as COO.1 Here are some key details about Bret Farrar:

Professional Background

Bret Farrar graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in mechanical engineering.1 He began his career in consulting in 1988 when he joined Arthur Andersen's newly formed management consulting practice, which later became Accenture.1

Founding Sendero

In 2004, Farrar took a significant risk by starting Sendero Consulting.1 At the time, he and his wife had four young children, including 1-year-old triplets. The company has since grown substantially:

• By 2006, Sendero had surpassed $1 million in revenue
• As of 2024, the firm has six offices across the United States
• The company employs 250 people nationwide
• Sendero is on track for 15% growth compared to 2023

Company Focus

Sendero Consulting works across various industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, and financial services.1 The company name "Sendero" means "pathway" in Spanish, reflecting their mission to help clients navigate change.1

Leadership Philosophy

Farrar emphasizes:

• Creating good-paying jobs that allow for career growth and development
• Giving back to the community (Sendero provided over 35,000 hours of community service in a recent year)
• Building a values-driven culture2

Recognition

Bret Farrar has received several accolades for his leadership:

• Named to D CEO's Dallas 500 list multiple times, recognizing the most influential business leaders in North Texas23
• Ranked #6 on Glassdoor's Highest Rated Small/Medium Businesses CEO list in 20172

Farrar is passionate about culture, developing great people, helping clients, and improving the community.4