Meet John Cerqueira

John Cerqueira brings over 15 years of experience as a top-rated facilitator, master certified coach, and #1 revenue producer at a top 20 sales training firm. But numbers only tell part of the story. At 22, John escaped the collapse of Tower One of the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001—helping a wheelchair user from the 68th floor along the way.

This revealed to him the power and fulfillment that comes with service to others and provided the opportunity to share this message through features on the Oprah Winfrey Show, Good Morning America, People Magazine, USA Today, The History Channel, and PBS.

Leveraging his MBA from UNC-Chapel Hill, real-world industry experience, and a heart for service, John offers a uniquely powerful lens on embracing change and stepping into our best selves.

The Foundations of Our Approach

  • John Cerqueira speaks from a podium. First Responder trophies sit on a table behind him.

    Focus on Service

    Tragedy into Purpose

    John’s experience on September 11th, 2001 led him to a search for ways to serve. He cofounded a nonprofit to encourage community connection and physical activity and has worked with the first responder community helping to offset the risks of PTSD.

  • Pinwheel Associates John Cerqueira speaks to enterprise teams in a conference room.

    Professional Experience

    Organizational Change Management

    With 15+ years of leading corporate clients through change, John is well versed on turning challenges into opportunities, and helps organizations manage and work through the impacts of change.

  • Raleigh City Council candidate John Cerqueira speaks to a local voter about needed changes.

    Civic Engagment

    Local Policy & Advocacy

    John’s mix of professional, civic, and personal experience compelled him to run for local office, and he continues to remain engaged in local policy associated with, public safety, housing and recreation.