Jon Markwardt

Jon Markwardt is the author of the series, The Grass Is Browner on the Other Side. The title for his books claim the Grass Is Browner. His mantra on life encourages everyone to enjoy their current moment as all they have. He believes by watering your lawn, you can have the greenest grass on the block.

Markwardt provides insight into business concepts through his own adventure and travel. In his Leadership Edition, he travels through twelve countries, interviews three elite leaders and meets his future wife along the way. While in his Sales Edition, Markwardt provides insight to proven sales concepts by jumping off cliffs during his explorations on the island of Cyprus. Captivating stories, travel analogies and proven business concepts combine to create a learning opportunity that is both informative and entertaining.

Markwardt's work history includes thirteen years of selling and leadership positions for two Fortune 1000 companies along with building and scaling a sales, service and business development division for a start-up company in Silicon Valley. His true passion is coaching and inspiring people to new heights in their current roles. Consequently, he is recognized as one of the nation's top retention experts and continues to be interviewed on the topic of millennials in the workforce.

Markwardt was born in Fargo, North Dakota. He attended Augustana University and graduated from the University of San Diego. He continues to travel as he collects material for the next book in his series.