John Kaloukian, the driving force behind Yessayi Group, LLC and Next Level Sports Concierge, brings a wealth of expertise and a passion for excellence to both ventures. With over 25 years of executive leadership and entrepreneurial experience, John has consistently driven profitable growth in highly competitive business environments. His career includes significant roles at Fortune 500 companies like Panasonic and Sony, where he honed his expertise in B2B sales, marketing, finance, and overall P&L management.
As the Founder and Principal Consultant of Yessayi Group, LLC, John offers strategic consulting services tailored to the Professional Audio/Video B2B markets and transferable to other sectors. His services include business plan and sales strategy development, sales organizational restructuring, cost reduction, profit optimization, and more. John’s ability to develop winning strategies, optimize profits, and build high-performing teams has laid a solid foundation for his next venture.
John’s journey has taken him to remarkable places both personally and professionally. His relentless desire to learn and grow fuels his motivation and keeps him on track. He understands the paramount importance of people, relationships, and giving back. John believes in motivating and inspiring those around him and seeks out others who share the same drive. Mediocrity is not an option for him; he strives for excellence and aims for greater success in everything he does.
Happily married and a father of three wonderful children, all of whom were very athletic growing up, John has been exposed to several sports including baseball, basketball, volleyball, soccer, lacrosse, and even bowling. This diverse exposure has given him unique insights into the challenges and similarities across different sports, further enhancing his ability to guide and support young athletes.
As the founder of Next Level Sports Concierge, John leverages his extensive experience and deep understanding of business dynamics to empower young athletes in their soccer careers. His dedication to providing personalized guidance, college recruitment assistance, and expert advice stems from the same commitment to success that has defined his career. John’s approachable management style, strong work ethic, and dynamic leadership make him an ideal mentor for aspiring athletes. He is the glue that binds Yessayi Group, LLC and Next Level Sports Concierge, ensuring that his clients benefit from his comprehensive expertise and unwavering support.
Educational Background
- Advanced Global Leadership Program, UCLA
- Strategic Marketing Leadership Program, Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
- Management Certificate, University of Michigan
- BA in Business and Sociology, The Ohio State University
