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John Kingston

Chief Financial Officer

John is the Chief Financial Officer at Wil-Ro, Inc., where he is responsible for all the company’s financial functions, including corporate finance, audit, accounting, and treasury. He also oversees and brings his leadership experience to all human capital elements of the organization. His career spans more than 25 years of varied experience in implementing strategic initiatives to drive business growth and operational efficiency.

Prior to joining Wil-Ro, Inc., John’s career focused on M&A advisory, strategic consulting, and entrepreneurial ventures. From 2007 – 2016, John worked as an investment banker on Wall Street, and gained extensive expertise in finance, corporate board leadership, lower middle market business management, and operations.

Earlier in his career, John served as an Air Intelligence Officer in the United States Marine Corps. He completed deployments to both Kuwait and Iraq during his time on active duty.

Originally from Southern California, John earned his MBA from the Vanderbilt University Owen Graduate School of Management, and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Colorado Boulder.

Nothing ventured, nothing gained — My father, a successful private business owner, stressed the importance of taking calculated risks, whether in business or professionally. Successful business leaders are decisive and willing to take risks, after thoughtful and careful evaluation.

The process of creating or building products has always been of interest to me. I grew up in a family that owned a manufacturing company and continue to enjoy the challenges and rewards that are possible in a manufacturing business environment.

The opportunity to join an energetic and growing team that is aligned and focused on a set of core values which personify success, both professionally and personally.

Spending time with my family, sharing a home cooked meal (likely one that I’ve prepared) and hearing about the events of my family’s day.

“Carpe Diem – Seize the Day”. I try to appreciate and take advantage of each day as time is something we cannot slow down or recreate.

HP 12C Financial Calculator – I always keep one close by on my desk and never go to a meeting without one.