Col. John Boggs, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.) — CEO
Senior leaders don’t fail because they lack intelligence. They fail because complexity, pressure, and people dynamics overwhelm judgment. I work with C-suite executives, business owners, senior government leaders, and law enforcement professionals who are navigating high-risk environments where missteps are costly—financially, legally, and culturally. Leading today’s workforce isn’t theoretical. It’s real. Diverse teams. Intense scrutiny. Zero margin for error. You have two options: • React after mistakes with lawyers, settlements, and damage control • Or learn how to lead clearly, decisively, and effectively before problems surface My role is simple—and not easy: I increase a leader’s capacity to lead under pressure. My clients: • Make better decisions, faster • Communicate clearly across their organizations • Lead without micromanaging • Build trust, accountability, and momentum • Create cultures where people want to perform They don’t just avoid problems. They outperform. I bring over 30 years of leadership experience as a U.S. Marine Corps Officer, senior executive, board advisor, and executive coach. I’m ICF-certified, Georgetown-trained, and a former member of the Forbes Coaches Council. I don’t do slogans. I don’t do box-checking. I do behavioral change, judgment, and leadership that holds up when it matters most. Leadership requires fortitude. It isn’t for the weak. Anyone can learn to lead—not everyone should. Colonel John Boggs, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.) President, Fortitude Consulting 📧 John@FortitudeConsult.com | 🌐 fortitudeconsult.com Because leadership is too important to get wrong.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Leadership Development Consultant with extensive experience in military and executive coaching.
Location: Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Experience: 49 yrs 5 mos
Skills
- Leadership
- Management Consulting
- Executive Coaching
Career Highlights
- Over 30 years of leadership experience in high-pressure environments.
- Expert in executive leadership development and strategic decision-making.
- ICF-certified coach with a focus on behavioral change and leadership.
Work Experience
Fortitude Consulting, LLC ★Executive Leadership Development★Strategist★Speaker★Author
Owner (14 yrs 5 mos)
District of Columbia College Access Program
Vice President & COO (3 yrs)
U.S. Marine Corps
Col (32 yrs)
Education
Master's Degree at National War College
Master's Degree at Webster University
Bachelor's Degree at SUNY Maritime
Policy at Council on Foreign Relations
Executive Leaders Coaching Certification at Georgetown University
Global Team Coaching at Global Team Coaching Institute (GTCI)