John holds the position of Vice President of Commercial Development for the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.  At DFW Airport, John is responsible for the strategic direction in developing over 6,000 of the total 18,000 acres.   This includes management of two hotels, millions of square feet of office and industrial facilities, two 18-hole golf courses and all natural gas exploration and production.  John has an extensive background and proven track record in corporate leadership, real estate development and government relations.  He has thirteen years experience in senior management positions for an international airport, a real estate brokerage/development company and two major US railroads.  Additionally he owns a real estate consulting company and has served in the capacity of an elected or appointed official for 10 years. 

John and Joanne, his wife of 25 years, and their two children are proud citizens of Southlake and strong advocates for the arts in our community.