John Stoffel on Wrestling, Coaching, and Ownership Culture

In this episode of The Most Fascinating Podcast in the World, host Pat DiCerbo sits down with John Stoffel—CPA, CPC, former college wrestler, world handball champion, and one of the nation's top experts in employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs).John shares an unforgettable journey filled with resilience, grit, and purpose: - Losing his father at six and how that shaped his independence - A near-fatal lawn mower accident at age four that left a lifelong impact - Quitting smoking after 5th grade and walking away from a tough crowd - Wrestling his way onto a Division II college team as a walk-on - Finding love through card games and hot tub parties - Coaching and winning world championships in handball - Mentoring student-athletes as they develop life skills through sport - Becoming a national leader in the ESOP space, helping business owners transition and employees become owners - His reflections on giving, contribution, and the long road to making life better for othersThis one’s a deep dive into perseverance, purpose, and how life’s toughest moments can shape our greatest strengths.