A visionary leader with a passion for scaling businesses and mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs, John Green has driven success in finance, beverage, beverage tech, agriculture, and real estate markets for over 30 years.After 5 years as Executive Vice President for a boutique Chicago trading firm, John relocated and co-founded Second Story Properties in Grand Rapids, Michigan, specializing in adaptive re-use of historic buildings. His passion for commercial development led to the establishment of Locus Developments in 2008. As a licensed broker and co-founder, John played a key role in reshaping Grand Rapids' real estate, leaving an indelible mark on the city’s skyline.John pivoted to the world of craft beverage in 2006 helping to transform Founders Brewing Company into the world's fastest-growing global craft beer brand as their executive chairman. Currently, John leads high-growth ventures in advanced indoor agriculture at Revolution Farms, crafts industry-defining session wines at Libby Wines, the next generation of sparkling water at oHy, and helps pioneer a novel approach to flavorful hydration with Cirkul. An influential figure in the beverage industry, John serves as a board member for Natterjack Irish Whiskey and an advisor to Papa’s Pilar Rum, Hemingway Rye Whiskey, Better Booch Kombucha, Live Soda and the fastest-growing RTD spirit brand in the United States, The Long Drink.A strategic entrepreneur, Green continues to use his experience to drive rapid and meaningful growth in the beverage and beverage technology landscape and serves on the boards of various foundations, including Grand Rapids Whitewater and the Grand Valley State University Foundation.