Born and raised near Nashville, Tennessee, John has recently returned to the US after living in Barcelona, Spain, for six years. He now calls Austin, Texas home. John is passionate about soccer, golf, and all things community-related. He has been married for almost 10 years and has a two-year-old son, Theodore.
John is the Head of AI at Blackhawk, where he focuses on integrating new AI technology to help both the company and its clients achieve their business goals. A marketing professional since 2012, John was Blackhawk’s first employee, spending two years with the company before his time in Barcelona, and now has rejoined.
John consistently demonstrates a visionary approach and a strong collaborative spirit. He’s always brainstorming new and innovative initiatives and works diligently alongside his colleagues to achieve shared goals. His commitment to continuous improvement is evident in his constant question, “What can we do better?” John’s big-picture thinking and selfless leadership make him a vital part of our team’s success.
John is one of those people who is always ready to jump in and support the team. I love collaborating and brainstorming new ideas with him—he always brings a fresh perspective to the table. What I admire most is his humility; he’s great at taking feedback and using it to grow and serve the team better. John’s dedication to staying on top of the latest in AI and sharing his insights keeps us all informed and thinking ahead.