Married to Lavina with two children Lee and Clodagh. John has worked for Leinster GAA as Games Development Administrator in Offaly for over 14 years. He was elected to Offaly County Council as an Independent Councillor in 2009.

Founding member of a New Political Party called RENUA Ireland in 2015. Leader of RENUA Ireland from 2016/19. John reverted back to an Independent Councillor for Offaly County Council. John is your auctioneer for the Midlands Area.