John D. Kemp

Doer
DISC Type : ds

President & CEO at Lakeshore Foundation

Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Overview

John D. Kemp is the President & CEO of Lakeshore Foundation, a distinguished disability rights executive with a Juris Doctor from Washburn University. Described by colleagues as inspirational, compassionate, and courageous, he has dedicated his career to advancing opportunities for people with disabilities through advocacy, corporate partnership, and health promotion.

His professional passion is deeply intertwined with his personal life, driven by his own experiences. He is a tireless advocate for creating a world where people with disabilities can achieve healthy, active, and independent lives, championing respect, dignity, and true inclusion in all facets of society.

Interesting fact: A prominent and lifelong leader for disability rights, John was born without arms and legs and uses four prostheses.

Personality Overview

Deliberate Doer

Strategic Planner

Results Focused

Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.  They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily. They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.

Topics They Care About

Disability Inclusion
His entire career is dedicated to ensuring people with disabilities are included in fair and meaningful ways throughout all levels of an organization.
Corporate Accessibility
Actively promotes consulting services to help corporations, governments, and schools realize the immense value of creating accessible cultures and communications.
Health & Wellness
Leads a foundation focused on providing people with disabilities opportunities to live healthy lifestyles through activity, research, and health promotion.

Media Appearances

Get to Know: John Kemp, president and CEO of the Lakeshore Foundation. Featured in The Homewood Star

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John Kemp of Lakeshore Foundation | accessiBe's Spotlight Sessions. Featured in accessiBe (Spotlight Sessions)

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Lakeshore Announces John Kemp as President and CEO. Featured in Lakeshore Foundation

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Work History

10-2021
President & CEO at Lakeshore Foundation
2-2011 - 10-2021
President & CEO at The Viscardi Center (formerly Abilities!) and The Henry Viscardi School
2007 - 2010
Executive Director & General Counsel at USBLN
1-2001 - 2-2011
Partner at Powers, Pyles, Sutter & Verville, P.C.
2001 - 2010
CEO at ACCSES

Education

Doctor of Arts (Honorary) from University of Connecticut
1971 - 1974
Juris Doctor from Washburn University School of Law

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Insights For Selling To John D.

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer
  • Come across as a trustworthy professional and be respectful, they usually know their game
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside

DONT's

  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with John D. is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from John D.

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will John D. move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can John D. take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And John D.

Personality Compatibility


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