Joseph Templeton
Joseph Templeton
Industry Experience:
Business Advisor
Location:
Melbourne, FL
Business Bio:
26 years in the marine construction space, nearly nine of those years as an investor and four as a business strategy and exit consultant. State certified General and Marine Contractor in five states. Founder & Board of Directors - Zion Marine, Prime Dredging, Founder Five x 5 - Ai Enhanced marketing Solutions.
XLR8 Group is a business acceleration and consulting firm that helps entrepreneurs grow, scale, and exit their companies with confidence. Founded by seasoned operators and strategic advisors, XLR8 specializes in transforming owner-led businesses into transferable, investor-ready companies. Whether you’re looking to increase profitability, implement proven systems, or prepare for acquisition, XLR8 brings the structure, insight, and accountability needed to make it happen.
We work with founders who are tired of spinning their wheels, those who want to reclaim their time, create real enterprise value, and build a business that works without them. Through tailored consulting, mastermind communities, and strategic advisory, we partner with leaders across industries to unlock growth and build a business that’s built to last, or sell.
At XLR8 Group, we don’t just give advice, we build alongside you. Our mission is simple: accelerate your business and your life.
Joseph Templeton is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and business consultant with over 26 years of experience in the marine construction industry. As the founder of multiple companies including Zion Marine, Prime Dredging, and FiveX5, he combines deep operational knowledge with strategic insight to help businesses grow, scale, and prepare for profitable exits. Through his consulting firm, XLR8 Group, and his industry-focused initiative, Marine Construction Mastermind, Joseph empowers business owners with practical tools, systems, and leadership development to accelerate both personal and professional success.
Joseph Templeton | IBA United
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