About PowerUp Sales

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Meet John F. Powers

Founder & CEO, PowerUp Sales Consulting

John F. Powers is a veteran sales strategist with over 30 years of experience leading and transforming sales teams in the building materials industry. At the helm of PowerUp Sales Consulting, John works directly with CEOs and sales leaders to build proactive, high-performing sales organizations.

He guides clients through the PowerUp Sales F.A.S.T. Fix — a proven framework grounded in four key pillars: Focus, Accountability, Structure, and Teaching & Coaching — to drive measurable results and long-term growth.

$250M+ Annual Revenue

Direct oversight as Director of Sales.

Worked With Owners

Corporate & Independent business experience.

Led 40-Person Team

At a leading North American manufacturer.

30+ Years in Sales

Veteran leader in the building materials industry.

30+ Years of Proven Sales Leadership

With over three decades in the building materials industry, John F. Powers has led high-performing sales teams and driven business development at every level. As Director of Sales for a leading North American paint manufacturer, he managed a 40-person team and oversaw more than $250M in annual revenue.

John’s experience spans both corporate leadership and hands-on work with independent business owners—giving him a unique perspective on the real-world challenges of building and scaling successful sales organizations.

Sales Strategy That Sticks

Recognized as a Sales & Market Development Thought Leader, John F. Powers doesn’t just consult — he equips. With targeted training, proven tools, hands-on coaching, and measurable growth strategies, he helps sales teams improve performance, strengthen culture, and drive lasting results.

Targeted Training

Customized workshops to sharpen sales focus and execution.

Proven Tools

Templates, scripts, and systems built from decades in the field.

Hands-On Coaching

Real-time support to help leaders and reps execute better.

Measurable Growth

Structured programs that lead to scalable, sustainable results.

Ready To Work With John F. Powers?

Let’s connect and explore how PowerUp Sales Consulting can help your team exceed its revenue goals.