Sean Powers

Sean Powers is a Chicago-based business professional with experience in pipeline operations, international sourcing, manufacturing, and sales. His career has taken him from pipeline trenches and factory floors to international business meetings across Latin America and Asia, giving him a unique perspective on leadership, operations, and workforce culture.

After graduating from the University of Denver with a degree in Business Administration, Sean coached soccer before moving to Medellín, Colombia, where he became bilingual in Spanish and developed a passion for international business and cross-cultural communication.

Sean later worked directly in pipeline installations and manufacturing operations with PowerSeal Pipeline Products in Wichita Falls, Texas. That hands-on experience shaped his belief that strong leadership starts with understanding the people and work behind the operation.

He also contributed to the development work behind U.S. Patent No. 11,162,625 and continues to advocate for stronger connections between leadership teams and frontline workers.

Outside of business, Sean is passionate about soccer, golf, Chicago sports, family, and personal growth. He writes and speaks about leadership, resilience, teamwork, operations, and the lessons learned from working both in the field and around the world.