Ray Hartjen is an accomplished writer, musician, and storyteller living in Mission Viejo, California with his wife, Lori, and their beloved goldendoodle, Quinn.
With a professional career spanning over five decades, Ray has successfully navigated diverse industries—from investment banking and pharmaceuticals to consumer electronics and SaaS software...
…No matter the field, storytelling has always been the thread that connects his work.
A trusted media source in the consumer electronics and retail industries, Ray has been quoted frequently in national publications. As a contributor to multiple platforms, including his own blog at rayhartjen.com, he writes engaging content on a range of topics such as sports (football, hockey, and auto racing) and business, with a focus on revenue teams, sales strategy, and marketing alignment.
Ray is the coauthor of two notable books:
Both are published by Morgan James Publishing and available wherever books are sold. His third title, The Indy 500: A Diary of the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, is scheduled for release in late 2024.
Since being diagnosed with multiple myeloma in March 2019, Ray has become a cancer advocate, sharing his journey and inspiring others with resilience and optimism. Alongside his writing, Ray expresses his creativity through music, performing and recording with his acoustic band, The Chronic Padres.
A Texas native, Ray holds an undergraduate degree from Eastern Kentucky University and an MBA from the University of Washington.
Connect with Ray:
Related Posts
Frankie Picasso- Frankie Picasso is an International SocialPreneur, Talk Show Host, and Champion for Change who has been transforming lives and influencing culture for the past 30 years. Professionally, she is a Certified Life, Business and Master Coach Trainer, Author, Artist, Activist and Philanthropist in training, who just happens to specialize in the Impossible! Frankie was
Read MorePrevious Episode 1835 Jodi Harrison-Lee is an author, teacher, mother, and 5th degree martial arts master. She has a BA in Communication and an MA in Education. Jodi’s vision is a world where everyone is safe and respected. Her mission is to empower others to FEEL and BE safe and strong, inside and out. Her life
Read MoreChris Curran- Chris Curran – Audio Engineer, Podcast Producer Chris Curran is the founder and lead instructor of Podcast Engineering School, and host of The Podcast Engineering Show. He currently produces or has produced podcasts for Forbes, Dun & Bradstreet, Johnson & Johnson, as well as select business authors. Chris has previously been on staff
Read MoreJaimie Jay- Jaimie Jay is an avid hockey fan. He loves the competitive spirit and the team aspect of the game. He enjoys the sport so much that he decided to integrate his passion for the sport into his passion for marketing. Jaime has been working in the sales and marketing arena since he left
Read MoreAbout Sabrina Ben SalmiAs Seen on TV, Heard on the Radio, and Featured in Newspapers & Magazines:Sabrina Ben Salmi BSc – Mother of the Ben SalmisFor More Information About Sabrina:Life According to Lashai – Dreaming Big TogetherLinktree: Sabrina Ben Salmi… …Sabrina’s Mission: Transforming Parenting for Over 1 Million FamiliesSabrina Ben Salmi is a highly accomplished
Read MoreNathan Dollinger- Hello! My name is Nathan Dollinger and I am the host of The Future of Healthcare podcast as well as the creator of the We are The Future of Healthcare website. I am a recent college graduate pursuing going to medical school. I currently work in St. Louis as a data analyst working
Read MoreMaxwell Ivey- Maxwell Ivey is an inspirational and motivational personal coach who also runs a business buying and selling carnival equipment and amusement park rides. A native Texan, Max loves to sing and spend time with his unique and crazy dog, a “Greymation” named Penny (half Greyhound, half Dalmation). Reading, singing, and blogging are among Max’s
Read MoreLaTisha Styles LaTisha “Tish” Styles is a lifestyle influencer, speaker and marketing consultant helping clients grow an online business. She is the founder of Creating Coins®, which provides courses and trainings in digital marketing. She helps her clients design the life of their dreams through entrepreneurship, allowing them to set their own hours, serve perfect fit clients, as
Read MoreTim Rutherford- Tim Rutherford: In 2006, we met in colorful Colorado. Back then, we were mindless spenders. We tracked every penny we spent and weren’t concerned about the big dollars that were flowing out of our bank account. We thought our spending level was okay because we weren’t in debt (other than our mortgage) and
Read MoreKella Price- Kella Price, SPHR, CPLP has 20 years of experience in human resources, training and development, and talent management functions. As CEO of Price Consulting Group, she is a trainer and facilitator. Kella Price has published on training delivery; social media; diversity; expatriates; and stress, job satisfaction, and employee turnover. In addition, she has
Read MoreAbout Noah St. JohnDR. NOAH ST. JOHN is known worldwide as “The Father of AFFORMATIONS®” and creator of The 12-Week Breakthrough.Legendary Executive Coach, Iconic Keynote Speaker and #1 Bestselling Author Noah St. John, Ph.D… …is recognized as “The Father of AFFORMATIONS®” and “The Mental Health Coach to The Stars.”Noah St. John is recognized as one
Read MoreDonnie Bryant- Donnie is a direct response copywriter. He’s unofficially known as “The Most Interesting Copywriter in Chicago.” Since 2007 Donnie has written sales copy for dozens of niches from dating to debt relief. These days, he works almost exclusively in the financial industry, and he’s generated $25 million dollars for his clients over the
Read More