John grew up in England, where he served in the Royal Air Force and later with IBM. After moving to Canada initially with IBM, John then started the first of many businesses, mostly in the IT industry. A business opportunity resulted in a move to Australia where he continued his entrepreneurial activities. His interest in writing arose when he decided to write a memoir of his business life. John lives with his wife Colleen on the Gold Coast, with three children and four grandchildren close by.