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John Kissell

WorkForce Services
President and Founder

John David Kissell, born in 1966, is an American entrepreneur and experienced business executive. He successfully operates three distinct companies, specializing in fleet services, emergency response, and transportation logistics.

Mr. Kissell is an alumnus of the University of California, Santa Cruz, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics in 1991. His companies collectively employ over 140 professionals and proudly serve clients across all 50 states. Notably, this includes significant contracts with both Fortune 50 and Fortune 500 companies.

Founding and Growth of Key Ventures
WorkForce Services Inc (WFS) was founded by John Kissell on May 4, 2005, in Canton, Ohio. This company has since grown substantially, now employing 120 individuals across 18 repair facilities and operating 45 service vehicles. WFS delivers nationwide fleet maintenance services.

In 2013, he established Global Fleet & Auto Repair, LLC. Operating as Global Wildfire Equipment, this venture employs 19 people, providing crucial firefighting services and equipment across ten western states. Furthermore, they excel in manufacturing firefighting equipment with impressive delivery timelines, often under 60 days.

His third successful venture, Global Lease, LLC, launched on July 27, 2021. This company focuses on providing essential delivery vans and service trucks to package delivery companies and fleet repair operations.

Strategic Vision and Personal Interests
John has strategically implemented a vertical integration strategy by acquiring or building commercial real estate for his businesses. He then leases these repair shop facilities back to his own companies, enhancing operational efficiency.

Beyond his entrepreneurial pursuits, John is an active member of Abundance 360’s Patron Group and Strategic Coach’s Free Zone Frontier Program. He currently resides in West Palm Beach, Florida. His personal interests are diverse, including vehicle customization, off-roading, 4×4 modifications, and automotive restoration projects.