Sean Bosken’s Biography:
Sean grew up in West Chester, PA where he attended Malvern Prep [1984] and Saint Joseph’s University [1989]. His Father was Class of 1964 USNA and career FBI Special Agent in Philadelphia. His Mother and 4 siblings – 3 sisters and older brother – all still in W. Chester, PA. Sean self-funded his education at Saint Joseph’s University, working 3 jobs while juggling school, work, fitness and fun and graduated in May 1989. After graduation, Sean was commissioned a 2LT in USMC through the OCS -PLC program. After serving 4 years on active-duty, Sean transitioned to a corporate career. He worked for Merrill Lynch as an FC, PepsiCo’s Frito-Lay, and finally settling in at Nestle Waters USA [23 years]. He also served on 2 NP BODs from 2008-2018 – NHS Services in PA and Ken-Crest Services in PA/CT – both focused on services for Intellectually disabled adults. Sean has a 22-year-old Autistic son – Matty.
During his 23-year career with Nestle, concluding as VP of Strategy and Service Excellence, Sean led all core business functions including DVP of Field Operations [ $450MM P&L – 1400 EEs over half of the US], VP Marketing and Sales, VP of Operations and Logistics, Strategy and Transformational Projects/Initiatives. Sean and his family have re-located 5x’s over his 23 years with Nestle. In his most recent role, he was responsible for Strategy development and implementation, led numerous Six-Sigma DMAIC’s [he is a certified Six-Sigma Master Black Belt; Project Manager and Scrum Master], led and implemented multiple transformational cross-functional initiatives through AGILE project methodology, and was responsible for the company’s COVID response and risk mitigation strategy. He “retired” in April 2021 prior to the business being transitioned after it was sold to a PE firm.
Currently he is President of SJB, Advisors LLC a consulting practice focused on “Strategic Planning & Implementation” utilizing his decades of experience, proven tools and methodologies to ensure strategic priorities are delivered and sustained. He’s offered his services pro-bono for select non-profits – currently leading HOEV Inc.’s Strategic plan.
He moved full time to Tierra Verde in August 2021 with his wife of 26 years Lisa, son Jack [24] 2LT US Army Infantry [Airborne, AA and Ranger Q] – stationed at 101st AB in FT Campbell, KY; Matty [22] Autistic and works at Eckard college and Henry [20] who is a sophomore at Miami University in Ohio. Sean was a 7x Iron Man Triathlon finisher [ competed in 2 with Jeff O’Hara], coached both his sons in Wrestling, enjoys all forms of fitness and training, spending time with his family and the climate and environment of Tierra Verde and all it has to offer. He is passionate about serving those in need and feels deeply about giving back through service.