John Bebeau

About John Bebeau

I’m an operating executive with full P&L leadership experience across service-based industries, including environmental services, uniform services, HVAC, and plumbing. I specialize in driving growth, improving profitability, and executing operational turnarounds in complex, multi-site environments.Throughout my career, I’ve built, scaled, and led businesses by aligning strategy with execution—clarifying priorities, strengthening operations, and instilling the discipline required to deliver results. My background spans sales, marketing, and operations, allowing me to approach challenges with both strategic perspective and hands-on execution.I’ve led organizations through growth and transformation, helping leadership teams improve accountability, focus on key drivers, and translate strategy into measurable performance.Key areas of focus:• Driving operational performance, margin expansion, and scalable growth• Aligning leadership teams around execution and results• Leading turnarounds of underperforming businesses• Leveraging brand strength and sales discipline to accelerate revenue• Building high-performing, accountable teamsI’m known as a direct, results-oriented leader who can quickly assess a business, identify gaps, and drive meaningful change.My work includes executive leadership roles as well as serving as a COO or operating advisor to private equity-backed and independently owned businesses—helping organizations move from vision to execution and ultimately, value creation.I welcome conversations with leaders and investors focused on growth, operational excellence, and building businesses that perform.

Experience

1. Franchise Owner

   Dale Carnegie Training

   Sep 2020 — Present · Toledo, OH, US

   As the owner of Dale Carnegie Training in Northwest Ohio and Northern Indiana, I help individuals and organizations unlock their full potential through transformational leadership development.With a background in general management and P&L leadership across service industries, I bring a practical, real-world perspective to leadership development. My focus is helping emerging leaders and executive teams strengthen the skills that drive organizational performance—communication, accountability, culture, and influence.I work with organizations across industries to develop confident leaders who can align teams, build trust, and deliver results.Whether facilitating a high-impact workshop, speaking at a corporate event, or coaching a next-generation leader, my goal is the same: create lasting behavioral change that fuels both personal growth and business performance.I specialize in:• Leadership development for new and emerging leaders• Keynote speaking on culture, emotional intelligence, and performance• Customized corporate training aligned with organizational goals• Coaching and consulting for team and individual growth

Education

• Bowling Green State University Graduate College

  Doctorate in Organization Development & Change

• Georgetown University

  Graduate Certificate, Franchise Management

  2014 — 2014

• Wayne State University

  B.S., Major - Corporate Finance

  1984 — 1990

• The University of Toledo

  MBA, Executive Leadership

  2008 — 2009