John has led The Federal Savings Bank since April 2011.
John was awarded a full United States Congressional scholarship to attend Indiana University. Upon graduation with a BS in Finance, he was appointed as a second lieutenant and served as an armor platoon leader in the United States Army, until recruited to join GE Capital Corporation. As a graduate of the General Electric’s famed 2-year management program, he was quickly promoted and spent seven years in operations, marketing, and senior financial management positions. He joined Chicago Bancorp in 1999 as a partner and eventually held the position of President.
He is the father of 6 children, Founder and President of East Lake Academy, and a resident of Chicago’s North Shore. Additionally, he serves as Chairman for the Chicagoland Chapter of the Young Presidents Organization. He is an active member of Conway Farms Golf Club and currently serves on their finance committee. He is also the Chairman of the Finance Committee of St. Patrick Church in Lake Forest, IL.