John has a rich history as a business leader across many continents and companies which he brings to his role as an inspiring and authentic coach. He is a natural connector with strong commercial acumen and thrives on working with highly engaged teams and businesses to achieve their full potential.

Over a 25-year corporate career, he held leadership roles in Africa, Europe and Australasia. He was the CFO and interim CEO of a listed trans-Tasman glass company with operations across Australia and New Zealand. More recently, John has been advising family and owner-operated companies going through periods of growth and change. He is also a co-owner of a high-growth health food business selling into the Australian and New Zealand markets.

John has implemented Scaling Up processes in businesses that he has worked in and, as a business owner, can bring practical experience to his clients. His expertise spans from executive roles in global corporates to hands-on involvement in smaller owner-operated businesses and corporate and not-for-profit governance roles. John brings a blend of professionalism, fun and humour to all of his Scaling Up engagements.

He is passionate about working with companies and organisations committed to improving people and the planet. John has an Honours degree in Finance and Accounting and qualified as a Chartered Accountant.

As a rehabilitated accountant, John has been involved across all facets of business and has deep experience in execution and cash management.

As a Scaling Up coach, John draws on his senior leadership experience in small and large organisations and the best practice resources, IP and tools available through the Scaling Up model.