Originally qualifying with a Diploma in Optometry from Auckland University, John spent ten years in private practice, eight of these as a partner. He then spent 23 years as MD of a start-up niche manufacturing business, growing this to the number two position in Australasia before selling in 2004.
He joined the NZSA in 2005, and was Auckland Branch Chair in 2009. After being invited to join the National Board of the NZSA, he took the role of Strategic Liaison Director with a brief to build professional relationships between the NZSA, government and other groups involved in corporate governance and the capital markets arena.
In July 2010 he was elected National Chairman of the NZSA following the resignation of Bruce Sheppard.
