Back-to-Back Award Winning Mentor Disrupts Norms By Saving Companies Millions

WICHITA, Kan. - May 19, 2025 - PRLog -- In an unprecedented display of commitment and insight, Chris Barkhurst, founder of the innovative AI prototyping firm Barky AI, has been honored for the second consecutive time as a Top 1% Mentor by one of the world's most prestigious global mentorship platforms. This rare achievement places Barkhurst among an elite circle of global leaders who consistently influence CEOs, politicians, healthcare professionals, and everyday entrepreneurs.

After clinching a Top 10 Mentor ranking in December 2024, Barkhurst took a strategic pause from mentoring due to critical professional obligations and returned powerfully in April. His comeback was marked by more than 20 impactful sessions in March, providing critical insights to high-ranking decision-makers from bootstrapped startups to well-known companies listed on global markets. These  sessions reportedly helped clients identify savings of millions of dollars.  Steering them through pivotal business decisions by illuminating hidden opportunities Barkhurst highlights potential pitfalls without prescribing specific answers.

"The true power of mentorship isn't in giving answers—it's in providing clarity and options," Barkhurst explains. "My approach helps leaders navigate complex paths by drawing upon my personal journey of near-failure, profound resilience, and ultimate success."

Barkhurst's journey is an inspiring narrative of resilience. Launching Barky AI two years ago, Barkhurst faced significant personal and financial challenges, including nearly losing his home. Yet, through unwavering determination, he transformed these trials into powerful tools of mentorship.

"I've walked the hard roads of failure, despair, and uncertainty," Barkhurst continues. "These experiences have uniquely positioned me to guide others away from pitfalls and toward sustainable success."

Dedicated to amplifying this mentorship mission, Barkhurst invites individuals and organizations committed to growth, authenticity, and clarity to learn more about him on his professional platform at chris-barkhurst.com.