John is a lifelong boater and sailor. Before becoming a marine surveyor, he had a successful career as a Firefighter/Paramedic. John is also a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. John currently possesses a USCG Master License, Near Coastal 50 GRT, with Sailing and Towing endorsements. John is also one of the instructors for the Chapman School of Seamanships Yacht and Small Craft Surveying course.

Education:

• Chapman School of Seamanship (Professional Mariner Training)
• Chapman School of Seamanship (Yacht & Small Craft Surveying)
• Chapman School of Seamanship (Fundamentals of Damage and Claims Survey)
• Chapman School of Seamanship (Advanced Damage and Claim Survey)
• ABYC Standards Certification
• ABYC Marine Electrical Advisor
• USPAP 15-hour Course
• IAAI Marine Fire Investigation

Memberships:

•   Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors
•   ABYC
•   NFPA
• International Association of Arson Investigators