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John-Michael Knowles

JM is an innovative technology leader who practices mindfulness .

John-Michael (JM) is a proud dad, husband and makes a living managing his company’s New York office and commercial Northeast practice, while helping to build and grow IT management consultants. JM currently works for a company that is a trusted leader in enterprise cloud transformation with a concentration on creative, innovative and disruptive cloud computing solutions servicing the largest, Fortune 1000 companies.

During his downtime, JM is devoted to learning and bringing mindful leadership and the practice of mindfulness to the world through executive and life coaching.

JM and his wife have been on a spiritual journey of authentic, self-exploration and he is passionate about making the world a better place for children and adults alike, through the practice of mindfulness.

JM chose to write "What Makes America Great 20 year anniversary - A story of Gratitude, Love and Healing" as an honor to his mother who passed away 20 years ago in a domestic violence. He also wanted to share his story of love and gratitude to all those who helped along the way.

JM lives in Connecticut with his wife Kristin, his two kids and two rescue dogs.