John began his Publix career in 2017 as the Vice President of Government Relations. A year later his role expanded, and he was named Vice President of Public Affairs. In his role, John oversees the public affairs department’s teams: communications, government relations, community relations, and customer care and social media. Prior to joining Publix, John was executive director of the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST). Before that, he was government affairs director for Delta Air Lines.
Where were you born?
Tampa, Florida
What did you want to be when you were younger?
Aeronautical engineer
What’s your most unusual talent?
I’m a good baker.
What’s your favorite movie?
It’s a tie between “The Godfather” and “The Shawshank Redemption.”
What’s your favorite Pub sub?
Boar’s Head roast beef on white sub roll
What are you listening to right now?
Publix Stories podcast
What do you like to do in your free time?
Play with my kids and watch Gator football games
What are you reading right now?
The “Harry Potter” series with my daughters
What’s something about you that people may be surprised to learn?
I listen to Broadway musicals.
Favorite place to vacation?
Boca Grande, Florida
What do you think makes Publix a great place to work?
Our associates’ commitment to our company and their tenure
Online Exclusive
What’s your work philosophy?
Work hard — the rest will take care of itself.
What emoji best describes you?
The blank face
If you could spend a day in someone else’s shoes, whose would they be? Why?
My wife’s because I’d like to see our world from her perspective
What’s one thing on your bucket list?
See my daughters grow up to be happy adults
What are you binge-watching right now?
“Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan” on Amazon Prime
Farthest you’ve traveled?
Beijing, China
What toppings do you like on your pizza?
White pizza
What’s your favorite sports team?
Florida Gators football
As a kid, which free cookie did you choose at the Publix Bakery?
Sugar
What’s your favorite Publix product?
Publix Premium Peppermint Stick Ice Cream
What is your favorite Publix experience?
Joining Publix associates on Aug. 28, 2019, to deliver $5 million in total donations to 18 Feeding America food banks and partner agencies throughout our seven states of operation
What do you want to learn next?
I’ve enjoyed learning things I wasn’t expecting to the most. So, I’d say what I’m not anticipating.
What’s your proudest moment?
Anything my daughters do well
