John O'Brien

Executive Leader

Louisville, Kentucky, United States

About

I lead high-performing teams, optimize operations, and execute strategic business plans that drive growth, operational excellence, and profit. With more than 18 years of executive leadership experience, I have a proven history of designing and implementing long-range strategies that create organizational alignment, improve performance, and deliver measurable results. My passion is building strong teams, fostering collaboration, and turning vision into action. Throughout my career, I have focused on developing talent, aligning teams around a shared vision, and creating environments where people can thrive and perform at their best. Sustainable success is built on trust, clear communication, accountability, and disciplined execution. By combining strategic thinking with a people-first approach, I help organizations navigate change, seize opportunities, and achieve lasting results. At the heart of my work is a simple goal: creating organizations where people thrive, teams excel, and business grows. Areas of Expertise: · Budgeting and P&L Management · Team Development, Coaching and Performance Leadership · Cross-Functional Operations and Organizational Alignment · Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management · Process Improvement and Workflow Optimization · Business to Business Revenue Growth · Strategic Planning and Execution · Community Leadership and Strategic Partnerships

Experience

  • Vice President & General Manager at WAVE
    Apr 2022 - May 2026 · 4 yrs 2 mos

  • Vice President & General Manager at WNDU-TV
    Apr 2008 - Apr 2022 · 14 yrs 1 mo

  • General Sales Manager at WILX-TV
    Oct 2000 - Apr 2008 · 7 yrs 7 mos

  • General Sales Manager at WNWO
    Jan 2000 - Oct 2000 · 10 mos

  • Local Sales Manager and Sales Consultant at KSEE / WILX
    Aug 1999 - Jan 2000 · 6 mos