John grew up in Snellville, GA. He worked for CPRCAD from 2000-2005 part-time while in College, as a Lifeguard, and in the Athletic Division. He graduated from West Georgia in 2005 with a degree in Parks and Recreation Management. After graduation, John worked for nine years in minor league baseball with the Atlanta Braves Organization. He was fortunate to be able to return to the department in August 2014 as an Aquatics Coordinator, and was responsible for all programming at the Lakeshore Natatorium and Midtown Water Park. In 2020 John became the Superintendent of Athletics/Aquatics. His wife Lauren is a teacher at Carrollton Elementary School, and they have two sons Tripp & Brady. His hobbies include watching sports, and being on the lake.