Unleashing Leadership Excellence Worldwide
Unlock Your Leadership Greatness
Empowering leaders, transforming organizations, and shaping the future through Intelligent Leadership®
The future calls for leaders who dream bigger, act boldly, and inspire profoundly. Exceptional leadership isn’t just about navigating challenges—it’s about shaping a legacy, igniting transformation, and creating lasting impact in a world of constant change.
At John Mattone Global, we believe every leader has the potential to achieve greatness. With the right tools, frameworks, and mindset, you can unlock your full potential, elevate your influence, and empower those around you to do the same. Together, we’ll help you harness the power of Intelligent Leadership to lead with purpose, passion, and impact.
Awards & Recognition for John Mattone Global
Our Purpose: The Foundation of Intelligent Leadership®
John Mattone Global exists to transform leaders, future leaders, and organizations into their best selves. Through our coaching, speaking, retreats, workshops, culture transformation initiatives, and world-renowned coach education programs, we are committed to touching hearts, inspiring minds, and igniting the souls of those we work with.
At the core of this transformation is the Intelligent Leadership® (IL) Code, a framework that empowers leaders to act with purpose and courage:
- Think Different & Think Big: Push boundaries and envision greatness.
- The Vulnerability Decision: Choose openness and authenticity as a pathway to growth.
- Leverage Gifts & Address Gaps: Amplify strengths while overcoming weaknesses.
- Courageously Execute with Passion, Precision, and Pride: Deliver results with purpose and excellence.
- Be Vigilant: Stay focused and aligned to your goals.
- Course-Correct: Embrace flexibility and refine your approach.
- Duty Mindset: Lead with responsibility, inspiring others through your example.
This isn’t just a philosophy—it’s a way of being. We model these principles in everything we do, guiding leaders to embrace them and leave a legacy of impact, integrity, and authenticity.
GAME-CHANGING IMPACT
Improving Lives Forever.
Our Mission: Empowering Leaders to Transform
Our mission is simple: to help leaders and organizations achieve breakthrough results by developing the inner core (character, values, emotional maturity) and outer core (skills, leadership competencies) of leadership.
With John Mattone’s proven frameworks—crafted through decades of research, coaching, and real-world application—we inspire leaders to unlock their full potential and foster a culture of excellence within their teams and organizations.
Our Vision: A World of Thriving Leaders
We believe in a future where every leader is equipped to inspire, innovate, and leave a meaningful legacy. Our vision is to drive sustainable growth by empowering leaders to impact their organizations, communities, and the world profoundly.
Guiding Principles for Leadership Transformation
- Live Honorably: Uphold integrity, fulfill commitments, and treat others with dignity.
- Act Selflessly: Prioritize relationships, serve others with empathy, and lead with humility.
- Give Our Best: Strive for excellence every day—intellectually, emotionally, spiritually, and physically.
- Be Vulnerable: Embrace feedback, innovate courageously, and evolve into your best self.
“Success has nothing to do with money, titles and possessions; success is only
about committing every day to becoming the absolute best you can be”
— John Mattone
Clients
The Story of John Mattone: Leadership’s Trusted Guide
John Mattone, the founder of John Mattone Global, is celebrated as the world’s #1 executive coach, a title he has earned five times in six years (2019-2024) by Globalgurus.org. His Intelligent Leadership® (IL) philosophy, a transformative framework for cultivating exceptional leadership, has impacted nearly one million lives and thousands of organizations across 55 countries.
John’s career has been marked by unparalleled accomplishments, including serving as the executive coach to legendary leaders like Steve Jobs and Roger Enrico, the former CEO of PepsiCo. He has authored ten books, five of which are bestsellers, including Intelligent Leadership and The Intelligent Leader.
His methodologies are not just industry standards; they are game changers, supported by 16 registered trademarks and a world-class coach certification program accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
TESTIMONIALS
“With ILEC’s guidance, I reached my goal of becoming a VP seven years earlier than expected. My coach gave me clear vision, confidence, and tools to make my goals achievable.”
— VP of Marketing, ALPFA
“Working with ILEC gave me a roadmap for my career goals, clarity on my strengths and weaknesses, and a deeper understanding of what makes me the leader I am today.”
— Program Manager, United Technologies-Aerospace
“My ILEC coach was one of the most inspirational people I’ve ever met in business, helping me crystallize my development areas and build a purposeful action plan.”
— SVP, Corporate Strategy & Research
“Thanks to ILEC’s structured coaching process, our senior leadership team is not only stronger but more aligned and prepared to tackle our challenges together.”
— CEO-Director General, Nielsen México
“My work with ILEC resulted in real behavioral change, improved results, and a more effective organization. It has had a huge impact on me, my team, and our success.”
— CEO, Rising Tide, Switzerland
“My ILEC coach brought my self-awareness to a whole new level, allowing me to define my career purpose and transform as both a leader and a person.”
— SVP, Corporate Strategy & Research
John’s Background:
John Mattone’s journey is rooted in a legacy of resilience, sacrifice, and hard work. Growing up in a family that overcame adversity and instilled values of integrity and perseverance, John learned early on the importance of character and grit—qualities that would shape his career and leadership philosophy.
With a Bachelor of Science in Management and Organizational Behavior from Babson College and a Master’s in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of Central Florida, John’s academic foundation laid the groundwork for his mission to transform leadership worldwide.
A Personal Touch
Outside of his professional achievements, John is a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. Married to his high school sweetheart, Gayle, for over 46 years, they share a passion for cycling and family time. A proud alum of Babson College, John also fondly recalls his time playing basketball in Europe as part of the Oxford Rhodes Scholar team. This formative experience taught him the value of teamwork and discipline.
John Mattone’s story isn’t just about success; it’s about living with purpose, embracing growth, and helping others unlock their greatness.
The Legacy of Intelligent Leadership®
John Mattone pioneered the Intelligent Leadership® (IL) Process, a holistic and proven approach to unlocking the full potential of leaders. This philosophy is rooted in developing both the inner core—character, values, and emotional maturity—and the outer core—skills and leadership competencies. The IL Code has become a cornerstone for leadership excellence worldwide, utilized by Fortune 500 CEOs, government leaders, and professional athletes.
With frameworks like the Stealth Cultural Transformation Model® and tools such as the Mattone Leadership Enneagram Inventory®, John Mattone’s methodologies deliver measurable results, transforming not just individuals but entire organizational cultures.
Recognized Excellence and Thought Leadership
John’s work has been globally acknowledged with numerous accolades:
- Named the world’s #1 executive coach by Globalgurus.org fives times over (2019-2024).
- Finalist for the prestigious Thinkers50 Leadership Award in 2017.
- Lifetime Achievement Award recipient from Trust Across America in 2021.
As a keynote speaker, John has shared stages with luminaries like Richard Branson, Steve Forbes, and Steve Wozniak, inspiring audiences with his unmatched passion, energy, and authenticity.
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A Heart for Giving Back
Beyond his professional achievements, John and his wife Gayle are committed to philanthropy. They’ve established two endowed scholarships at the University of Central Florida:
- The John Mattone Graduate Fund for Leadership & Coaching, supporting graduate students in Industrial/Organizational Psychology.
- The Mattone Family Endowed Scholarship, promoting academic excellence in leadership studies.
John’s personal journey—shaped by values of resilience, self-sacrifice, and hard work—continues to inspire his mission to transform leaders and organizations worldwide.
Leadership Beyond the Office
When John isn’t coaching or speaking, he enjoys an active life with Gayle, his wife of over 46 years. Together, they share a passion for cycling and often travel to spend time with their four children and seven grandchildren.
John’s story is a testament to his belief that great leaders are not born—they are made through intentional growth, unwavering commitment, and a dedication to leaving the world better than they found it.
“Great leaders are not born—they are made through intentional growth.”
Awards and Recognition for John Mattone and John Mattone Global
- Globalgurus.org has recognized John Mattone as the world’s #1 coaching authority and executive coach (2019-2024)
- Fox Interveiwer recognizes John Mattone as the world’s #1 executive coach (2024)
- Thinkers50 and Coaching.com recognizes John Mattone as one of the world’s leading executive coaches (2024)
- Thinkers50 names John Mattone as one of eight finalists for the prestigious 2017 Thinkers50 Leadership Award, recognizing the world’s top leadership authority and thinker
- Trust Across America awards John Mattone the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award (2021)
- Feedspot has recognized John Mattone Global’s website and executive coaching blog as #1 (2017-2024)
- Soundview selects The Intelligent Leader as a 2020 Best Business Book
- United States Patent and Trademark Office has awarded John Mattone Global with an industry-leading 16 registered trademarks with two more pending
- International Coaching Federation (ICF) has approved and accredited JMG’s Intelligent Leadership certification program with an industry leading 192 credits
- The University of Central Florida (UCF) honors John Mattone with the 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award from the Department of Psychology
- Stats N Data recognizes John Mattone Global as one of the top 10 global executive and leadership coaching firms (2024)
- Worldwide Market Reports recognizes John Mattone Global as one of the top 10 global executive and leadership coaching firms (2023)
