He recently completed 39 years working in support of quality of life programs and services within the Department of Defense for Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR). After leading a large successful installation MWR program for many years, he most recently served as the MWR Program Analyst for Navy Region Mid-Atlantic, where he performed analytical duties to assess and to support the overall effectiveness of all MWR programs across twenty-three installations and annex sites within a nine-state area. A lifelong active member and of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), he has facilitated numerous educational sessions to a national audience and a strong advocate for the industry. John is currently a member of the NRPA Board of Directors and is also an elected member of the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration.