John Neils

John founded the company back in 1972 and served as CEO until he retired in 2010, while also volunteering as a firefighter and first responder from 1989 to 2014. John is a pilot and since retiring, he is often found enjoying the outdoors, taking care of his garden, or working on a Cessna he shares with James, as well as Ogar, a self-launching motor glider. Even during retirement, John is still willing and able to help them out when needed.