About the author
John St. James has been in the leadership-training business for well over 45 years. He became a certified leadership and martial arts instructor and started his teaching career at the age of 18. John attended the University of California, San Diego. He attained his bachelor's degree in Political Science in 1984 and later an advanced degree in Insurance and Risk Management from the American Institute in 1986.
In addition to being an expert in leadership training, John is considered an expert in personal development through his unique style of teaching leadership skills to those who need it most. John worked for years as a training specialist with State Farm Insurance at their corporate headquarters in Bloomington, Illinois, where he was responsible for producing management-training programs and seminars. John also served on the Board of Directors of the State Farm Federation Credit Union (GA office) for nearly two and half years.
John is also a successful entrepreneur who serves as President and CEO of an international martial arts organization and a non-profit that helps at-risk and disadvantaged children and adults learn the important life skills that are so necessary to happiness and fulfillment. John also serves on the board of two public charities.
A gifted speaker, John enjoys sharing his life's experience with his students, clients, and team members which include doctors, lawyers, educators, and business owners. Mr. St. James is an international certified speaker, coach, and mentor with the John Maxwell Team and is also certified as a leadership coach with the APTSDF, having conducted leadership training in the USA, the UK, Australia, the Caribbean, and Mexico.