He founded two Austin-based healthcare innovators: Sedera, a community-based medical cost-sharing organization (#193 on Inc 500, #26 in Financial Times Western Hemisphere), and Precina Health, a first-of-its-kind chronic care virtual medical practice and a thought leader in AI deployment. John formerly served on the board of directors of OnlineMedEd (which writes curricula for Medical and Physician’s Assistant schools globally) and currently serves on the board of Health Admins (Third-party Administrator). Through John Oberg Advisory, John advises large institutions, healthcare industry leaders, professional services firms, and nonprofits. John received his doctorate from the University of Southern California (Social Work) and his MBA from the University of New Mexico (Policy & Planning and Management of Technology). He is currently an adjunct professor at USC and sits on the Board of Governors. He has authored patents, started companies, and managed teams larger than 1,000 people. Over the last three decades, he has studied the behavior of individuals, communities, and systems. He now catalyzes improved behaviors to create best-in-class outcomes, not to mention happier people.
John was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. He currently lives with his family in Austin, where he engages in many outdoor activities. When traveling, he also enjoys SCUBA diving and golf and has recently taken to hunting and fishing. He holds a second-degree black belt in orthodox karate.
Working as a missionary in the United States, Venezuela and Italy, Mr. Jaloway created sustainable projects by focusing on people first. Finding natural leaders and training them to take over and continue his work was always Kristian’s first goal. In this way he has reached thousands of people, improving their physical, mental and spiritual health.
He brings his 23 years of experience to organizations that are interested in prioritizing their employees and those they aim to serve in the wider world. Some of the groups he works with are churches and dioceses, local and state governments, and all sizes of mission focused enterprises. He currently services on the board of Young Catholic Professionals as well.
Kristian lives in Austin, TX with his wife and three young sons and in his spare time enjoys hiking, canoeing and skiing. He is a private pilot and enjoys traveling around the world.
Kristian achieved a Master’s in philosophy at the Regina Apostolorum University in Rome, Italy focusing on culture and language. He also obtained a Master’s of International Affairs at Texas A&M University with a focus on international development and crisis response.
With a background of nearly three decades in international missionary service, Daren has honed his expertise in organizational change, program enrichment, leadership development, and individual coaching. He has established a remarkable track record of effectively leading and mentoring diverse teams, both nationally and globally, to optimize results and achieve talent development objectives. Daren’s fluency in English, Spanish, and Italian uniquely equips him to create tailored and impactful solutions for individuals, teams, companies, and non-profit organizations with multi-cultural challenges.
Daren holds bachelor’s degrees in Philosophy and Theology from Regina Apostolorum in Rome, Italy, and a master’s degree in Leadership from the University of Notre Dame. He is an esteemed member of the Maxwell Leadership Team, a Ramsey Financial Coach, a SCRUM Master, Life and Career Coach, and Business Advisor.
Currently serving as a trusted advisor at JOA, Daren operates as a multifaceted consultant, trainer, executive coach, and round table facilitator for his clients. Over the past 20+ years, he has successfully served numerous leaders and organizations, leveraging his expertise and experience.
Originally hailing from the greater Cincinnati area, Daren now resides in Grand Blanc, Michigan, with his cherished family. He actively engages in a myriad of outdoor activities and projects, including fitness training, hiking, and disc golf, while cherishing quality time with loved ones. Daren seizes every opportunity to embark on adventures with his wife and family, exploring both familiar and new destinations throughout the United States and abroad.
With a background in corporate transactional law, estate planning, and nonprofit law, Morgan draws on a multidisciplined career to bring a combination of practical, problem-solving skills and strategic thinking to executive coaching engagements. Clients value Morgan’s insight and his ability to translate intricate challenges into comprehensive, actionable solutions.
Morgan serves as Trustee to a private foundation, where he stewards philanthropic strategy, grantmaking, and community investment. He has also served on multiple boards for several Austin-based non-profit organizations, contributing his expertise in corporate governance and organizational development.
Originally from Shreveport, Louisiana, Morgan now resides in Austin, Texas, where he enjoys a diverse range of outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, horseback riding, tennis, scuba diving, and sailing. Earlier in life, he spent two years teaching sailing in the Caribbean where his students affectionately dubbed him “Captain Morgan”, though the nickname spoke less to any swashbuckling antics and more to his love of the water.
Jeff Gamboa is a Division Manager for the Florida United Division of the Cutco/Vector organization and a 29-year veteran of the company. Widely recognized as one of Cutco/Vector’s top performers and developers of talent, Jeff is known for building high-impact cultures, elevating performance standards, and designing leadership programs that are emulated by many leaders across the company today.
He also serves as President of the Miami Chapter of Legatus, an international organization of Catholic laymen and laywomen—CEOs, presidents, managing partners, and business owners, with their spouses—from the business and professional community, whose mission
is to study, live, and spread the Catholic faith in their business, professional, and personal lives.
Jeff is originally from Baltimore, MD, and is an avid Baltimore Ravens fan. His passions include sports (football and golf), food, music, fitness, and creating signature experiences for those under his mentorship and for his loved ones. He and his wife, Heidi, live in Miami, FL, with their four daughters.
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