John M. Zurborg

John Zurborg brings seasoned executive experience as a coach who empowers entrepreneurs and executives to navigate change, unlock their potential, and achieve results. His background includes working with small to medium-sized privately held companies as CEO, COO, EVP Business Development, and Engineering for rapidly growing companies.

Driven by a deep-seated passion for inspiring progress John guides clients through the complexities of leadership, fostering clarity, addressing workforce challenges, and nurturing high-performing teams. His ability to establish clear visions, and cultivate cultures of growth has enabled numerous businesses to break through limitations, increase profitability, and facilitate career advancement for employees. John's personalized approach combines his wealth of knowledge with FocalPoint methodologies, equipping business leaders with the tools and strategies to overcome obstacles, achieve their goals, and experience true fulfillment through meaningful transformation.

As CEO and Owner of Skilcraft, a regional fabricator in NKY, John utilized best practices such as those found in books such as Good to Great, Scaling Up, and 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. He understands the challenges of business leaders. Juggling multiple roles and responsibilities, all while ensuring the satisfaction of shareholders and financial institutions. By establishing a clear vision and fostering a culture of change and progress, he successfully guided Skilcraft to break growth barriers at several stages that resulted in a brand recognized around the world, increased sales over 140%, increased profitability 212% and ultimately, a sale of the company.

John believes that our communities are better when we are helping others become the best version of themselves. He volunteers in the community with organizations that help prepare young men and women for their adult life. This includes mentoring young men and women to advance their education, careers or to overcome environments as an at-risk individual.

John enjoys spending time with his wife, Susan, their four children, and a growing number of grandchildren. He enjoys boating and being on the water for as many sunsets as possible during the summer.

• University of Cincinnati Carl H. Linder Leadership Development Institute for Family and Private Business
• University of Cincinnati Carl H. Lindner College of Business Business Board Institute
• The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Signature Program Franklin Covey
• Conceptual and Strategic Selling Miller Heiman Group, A Korn Ferry Company