John studied agriculture at Reading University, followed by a year at the IRAD Compton, and went on to study veterinary medicine at the Royal Vet College, graduating in 1976. He then spent 6 years in farm animal practice, followed by a stint in New Zealand with a small Scottish animal health company, where he was responsible for all matters technical, including sheep farming.

On his return to the UK in 1995, he continued working in the industry and is currently development director with ECO Animal Health Ltd. He completed the Compton Poultry Health course in 2001 and has since spent much time developing pharmaceutical products for the poultry and gamebird industries.

John has many years of experience in the international pharmaceutical industry, particularly in areas of antibiotic development and regulation. When not working, John enjoys old cars and slow boats.

John is now the Public Relations officer with the Association.