Our Founder
Paul J. Meyer, Founder (1928-2009)
Born in San Mateo, California in 1928 to a German immigrant father and a mother of Scottish descent, Paul J. Meyer possessed an unyielding urge to learn, to excel, and to be innovative in all his endeavors.
Always considered a person with an idea ahead of its time, Meyer became interested in the principles of personal growth, development, and success at an early age. He was particularly interested in the process of goal setting, as this process was in tune with his keen desire for personal achievement. By using goal-setting principles in his chosen career of professional sales, Meyer became a millionaire by the age of 27.
More importantly, however, Meyer held the firm belief that all people, regardless of their gender, personality, social standing, or level of education, could develop the necessary characteristics to achieve and live a lifetime of success. To this end, Meyer founded Success Motivation Institute, Inc. in 1960, a company dedicated to motivating people to their full potential. This company brought into reality Meyer’s long-standing dream of providing practical, effective materials to help people achieve their goals and enjoy greater success.
About Jon West and His Company
Jonathan R. West, Founder
Jon is an executive coach and leadership consultant specializing in time management, personal productivity, and goal setting.
Professional & Community Profile
Chesapeake Leadership Group: Founder and leader providing executive coaching, management development, and organizational growth services.
LMI Affiliation: Works in partnership with Leadership Management
International (LMI) to facilitate leadership and performance development programs.
Location: Operates locally out of Easton, Maryland, serving regional leaders, executives, and organizations across Maryland.
Key Interests & Background
Beyond organizational leadership, his background and interests span a distinct mix of fields:
Financial & Market Analysis: Active tracking of tech/AI infrastructure equities, market breadth indicators, and macroeconomic sector trends.
Historical & Genealogical Research: In-depth focus on medieval European history (particularly Anglo-Saxon monarchs), military history, and genealogical tracing.
Sports & Horology: A keen follower of women's basketball and the NFL, as well as classic dive watches and timepieces.
