Title: 1) Chief Executive Officer; 2) Regional Director; 3) Small Business Consultant
Company: 1) Epiphany Management Consulting; 2) South Carolina Small Business Development Centers, South Carolina State University; 3) Diamond Standard Capital
Location: Orangeburg, South Carolina, United States
John B. Gethers, Chief Executive Officer at Epiphany Management Consulting, Regional Director at South Carolina Small Business Development Centers, South Carolina State University, and Small Business Consultant at Diamond Standard Capital, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Executives for dedication, achievements, and leadership in Business Consulting.
With nearly two decades of experience guiding organizations and entrepreneurs, Mr. Gethers has established himself as a leading expert in construction, healthcare and technology. His career is distinguished by a holistic approach that blends entrepreneurial insight with corporate management expertise. Mr. Gethers has also become widely respected for his ability to help business owners transition from stagnant ventures to professionally managed enterprises.
Currently serving as the chief executive officer of Epiphany Management Consulting, Mr. Gethers leads efforts to elevate the success rate of self-made entrepreneurs. He is committed to helping individuals build sustainable businesses that enhance their lifestyles rather than simply chasing arbitrary financial milestones. Through his work at Epiphany, Mr. Gethers seeks to create pathways for entrepreneurs to reach and surpass the million-dollar mark in revenue, then scale further to $5 million and beyond. His vision is rooted in the belief that true business achievement is measured not only by financial growth but also by personal fulfillment and community impact.
In addition to his leadership at Epiphany, Mr. Gethers has held several other significant roles in the business sector. Since 2022, he has served as a regional director for the South Carolina Small Business Development Centers at South Carolina State University. In this capacity, he has addressed critical staffing challenges and fostered strong relationships within the organization. Notably, under Mr. Gethers’ guidance, a team member broke the record for capital raised in a single year by securing $55 million in funding for small businesses across South Carolina, an accomplishment recognized with the State Star of South Carolina Award in 2023. His innovative approach included developing a construction course designed to empower professionals with essential business skills and reliable back-office solutions, allowing them to focus on their craft while ensuring operational success.
Since 2019, Mr. Gethers has also contributed as a small business consultant with Diamond Standard Capital. Through his consultancy, he offers strategic advice and support to clients navigating complex market environments.
Among his previous commitments, Mr. Gethers served as the vice president at Nile River Capital, where he played a pivotal role in expanding the firm’s reach and supporting client growth initiatives between 2017 and 2023. Earlier, as the president of Contractor Growth Capital from 2015 to 2018 and as the chief executive officer of Boring and Directional Drilling Professionals between 2014 and 2018, he demonstrated his capacity for building multimillion-dollar enterprises and mentoring teams through periods of rapid expansion.
Earlier in his career, Mr. Gethers served as project manager at Urban Advisors LLC from 2012 to 2015, following his role as a project coordinator at Altgen LLC, beginning in 2010. Each position contributed valuable experience in project management and organizational development that continues to inform his current work.
Academically, Mr. Gethers has held a bachelor’s degree in organizational management from Claflin University in Orangeburg, South Carolina, since 2012. His expertise is underscored by multiple certifications, including Project Management Professional from the Project Management Institute since 2013, Net+ and A+ certifications from CompTIA, Inc., and Microsoft Office Specialist certification from Microsoft in 2013.
Mr. Gethers’ professional journey is further enriched by active involvement in industry organizations, such as the Project Management Institute and Masonic Lexington Lodge 152. He also serves as WarChief Dragon Canoe of the Erati Tsaragi Cusabo Nation, a testament to his commitment to heritage and community leadership. Mr. Gethers’ contributions extend beyond professional circles into civic life. He serves as a mentor with both the Urban League and Truth Seekers Temple while supporting victims of sexual assault through advocacy efforts.
In recognition of his success, Mr. Gethers was named a Top Business Consultant and received the State Star of South Carolina Award in 2023. These accolades underscore both peer recognition and tangible impact within the industry. However, among Mr. Gethers’ proudest achievements are those related to teaching and mentoring others through intensive courses designed for entrepreneurs seeking growth beyond initial success thresholds. He takes particular pride in seeing participants dedicate themselves fully, often total strangers who become trusted colleagues, as they work together toward shared goals under his guidance.
Mr. Gethers attributes much of his success to the legacy of his ancestors and his faith. The decision to enter business consulting was shaped by profound personal challenges that prompted reflection on his faith, values and purpose. Also, at South Carolina State University’s Small Business Development Center during the COVID-19 pandemic, Mr. Gethers learned invaluable lessons about consulting with smaller companies requiring personalized support.
Looking ahead, Mr. Gethers aspires to always strive to surpass expectations set before him while fostering spiritual healing for those seeking belonging or support through difficult times. He views legacy not merely as a professional achievement but as creating sanctuaries for honest dialogue about entrepreneurship’s realities while prioritizing truth-telling even when inconvenient or challenging.
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