Legacy of a Grandpa
Digital Storyteller. Content Creator. Partner to Modern Brands.
Author of Connecting Across Generations — a practical guide for modern grandparents
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Hi, I’m Rick Cognata!
In my full time career, I’m a leadership developer specializing in building strong partnerships and leadership initiatives, I bring a unique perspective that blends wisdom, empathy, and humor. My goal is to help grandparents adapt, connect, and thrive in today’s world-one conversation at a time.
Introducing My Book: Connecting Across Generations
This book is for every grandparent who wants more than memories. It’s for those who want deep, meaningful conversations, lasting traditions, and a legacy that truly matters.
In 55 short chapters, I share real-life stories, gentle wisdom, and everyday moments that help grandparents show up with intention and build lasting family connections. Each chapter ends with a “Try This Today” practice and a reflection question, making this book something you don’t just read — you live.
Your Brand In Front of the Right Audience
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Audience Insights
My audience resonates with real life grandparent experiences, challenges and successes in boding with their grandchildren and adult children. They prefer clear, easy to implement strategies on how to improve relationships, staying active in their grandchildren’s lives and building lasting traditions.
Let’s Work Together
Collaborations
- The Today show
- More Than Grand
- Kinsome
- Caringgrandparents.com
Testimonials
Rick has been a guiding light on Kinsome’s Grandparent Advisory Council since day one. He brings a welcoming presence that puts everyone at ease and fosters a space where every voice feels valued. Whether he’s offering thoughtful insight or elevating someone else’s perspective, Rick has a gift for coaching others into confidence and meaningful discussion. His contributions don’t just move our conversations forward—they bring us together!
“Your guest blog that you wrote for us is an elegant expression of my beliefs and values of Grandparenting. Grandparents as enhancers as well as partners are a force for good. In addition to the excellent and valuable content in your message I have come to know that you have a good heart as well. Thanks for your contribution to our mission of enhancing the entire family by being the best Grandparents we can possibly be.”
