About Dr. Mark Crear
From the Track to the Boardroom — A Journey of Faith, Focus, and Resilience
Two-Time Olympian • Executive Coach • Workforce Development Leader • Inspirational Speaker
Dr. Mark Crear is a two-time Olympic medalist, executive coach, and leadership consultant who has dedicated his life to helping people overcome obstacles and perform with purpose. Drawing from his experiences as an Olympian, counselor, and organizational leader, he inspires individuals and teams to align mindset, strategy, and culture, finding their rhythm both in life and in leadership.
The Story Behind the Mission
Mark’s story is one of perseverance and purpose. Growing up in a single-parent home, he faced physical and emotional challenges that could have broken his spirit. Instead, through faith, discipline, and unwavering resilience, Mark turned his pain into power. His Olympic journey, earning a silver medal in the 1996 Atlanta Games with a broken arm and a bronze medal in the 2000 Sydney Olympics with a double hernia, became a symbol of courage under pressure. That same mindset now drives his mission: helping others overcome their own hurdles in business, in sports, and in life.
Professional Experience & Expertise
Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (Alliant International University)
Mark’s leadership coaching has been instrumental in our company’s growth. His strategies have led to significant improvements in our operations.
The Philosophy: Faith • Focus • Forgiveness
Mark’s coaching and leadership philosophy are anchored in what he calls the 3F Framework — Faith, Focus, and Forgiveness. Faith fuels belief. Focus drives execution. Forgiveness sustains freedom and growth. These timeless principles, combined with modern leadership science, help individuals and organizations perform under pressure while maintaining peace and purpose.
Learn more about Dr. Crear’s Faith • Focus • Forgiveness philosophy on the In The Zone Method page.
Impact & Recognition
Recognized keynote speaker at national leadership and faith-based conferences
Trusted advisor to executives, coaches, and educators across the U.S.
Video Highlights
Overcoming Hurdles: From Olympics to Leadership
Faith, Focus, and Forgiveness in Action
Client Testimonials & Speaking Highlights
Personal Life
Outside of his professional and athletic achievements, Mark takes the most pride in being a loving husband and father. His family remains the foundation of his purpose and the heartbeat behind every message he shares.
The race is not given to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, but to those who endure to the end.
