Venture-backed startup entrepreneur
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Innovation
  • Startups
  • Technology

John has founded, co-founded or served in C-level roles in several high-growth and venture-backed startups including Formstack, Formspring, DeveloperTown, Vontoo, Wishoo and beenz.  John is also an active advisor to entrepreneurs and startup teams.

John Founded Launch Fishers, a 16,000 square foot launch pad for start-ups and high-potential enterprises with the goal of being a catalyst for economic development. Most recently, John founded the entrepreneurial mentorship initiative Launch Indiana in partnership with the Indiana Office of Small Business and Entrepreneurship.

Past and Upcoming Gigs

Date:
November 11, 2014

The Evolution of Entrepreneurial Ecosystems

Purdue University Capstone Entrepreneurship Class
Date:
November 6, 2014

The Fingerprints of Innovative Organizations

The Innovation Connector in Muncie Indiana