WHO WE ARE

Education
• Missouri State University, (1983)
Bachelor of Science in Marketing
• University of West Florida, (1993)
Master of Business Administration

Professional Affiliations/Honors (Present and Past)
• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• Mississippi Society of Certified Public Accountants
• Central Chapter of the Mississippi Society of Certified Public Accountants
• Mississippi Society of Certified Public Accountants, Board of Governors (2009 – 2011)
• Mississippi Society of Certified Public Accountants, Secretary (2007 – 2008)
• Mississippi Society of Certified Public Accountants, Vice President of Membership (2006 – 2007)

Work Experience
• GranthamPoole (1999 – Present), Member
• Poole, Cunningham & Reitano, PA (1993 – 1999)
• University of West Florida, SBDC (1990 – 1993), Small Business Consultant
• Orange Beach Marina, Orange Beach, Alabama (1986 – 1990), Manager

Practice Areas
• Financial Statement Audits, Reviews and Compilations
• Employee Benefit Plans, Audits and Administration
• Individual and Corporate Taxation
• Fraud Investigation

Industry Specialization
• Employee Benefit Plans
• Retail & Wholesale
• Manufacturing & Distribution
• Non-Profit Organizations
• OMB A-133 Audits
• Colleges & Universities

Civic/Community Involvement (Present and Past)
• Young Business Leaders, Group Leader
• Pear Orchard Presbyterian Church, Elder
• Voice of Calvary Family Health Clinic, Board of Directors

Personal
John and his wife, the former Kathryn Hughes, have two children, Rachel and Katie. John enjoys many activities with his family and friends, including entertaining, sporting events, and small-acreage farming. John is actively involved in Pear Orchard Presbyterian Church and currently serves as an elder and missions team member.

CPA License Number 4902