Affectionately known in the office as the pride of Trinidad, John grew up in the small southern Colorado town. He ventured north to Colorado State University, graduating with a Business Administration degree with a concentration in finance in 1973.
John wasted little time beginning in the financial services industry in 1976. He then earned his Chartered Life Underwriter and Chartered Financial Consultant designations in 1984 and 1985 respectively.
John has two lovely daughters, Jennifer and Rebecca.
In his free time, John loves to travel and play golf with his closest friends.