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John Kaplar

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Founder at FOCUSED SketchUp
📍 Leesburg, Virginia, United States

John Kaplar is the founder of FOCUSED SketchUp, where he leverages his Masters in Engineering and over two decades of experience to teach 3D modeling. He specializes in helping interior and kitchen designers master SketchUp and V-Ray through his proprietary, step-by-step bootcamp methods.

Beyond his professional focus on 3D design, John shows an interest in personal projects and home life. His social updates mention starting a new gym project, enjoying movie nights, and his dog, suggesting a value placed on personal wellness and relaxation outside of work.

Unique fact: John is expanding beyond traditional rendering, having recently launched a course on AI Rendering to help designers create visuals more efficiently.

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Experience
20 Years
Current Role
Founder
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Leesburg, Virginia, United States
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AI in Design
He recently launched his "FOCUSED AI Rendering" course, viewing AI as a powerful and fast alternative to traditional rendering engines like V-Ray.
Design Education
His core business model revolves around teaching, offering intensive 7-day bootcamps to empower creative professionals with efficient 3D modeling skills.
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Career

Work history

2-2022
Founder
FOCUSED SketchUp
2-2020
Co-Owner
Arched Manor
7-2005 - 8-2023
Vice President of Software Solutions
IDEAMATICS Inc.
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Education
8-2007 - 5-2010
Master's of Engineering
University of Colorado Boulder
2001 - 2005
Bachelor's
Christopher Newport University
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