Many of Manlab's most compelling projects start as ideas in John's brain. His interests lie in history, technology and digital storytelling - a pretty good synopsis of what he brings to Manlab. The For Valour project, for example, mixes animated graphic novel-style storytelling with a wide range of historical artifacts.
John is a member of Heritage Winnipeg, as well as a founding board member of the Canadian Interactive Alliance. John served as Executive Director of the Manitoba Interactive Digital Media Association. In the community, he is involved with the DMCI Maroons Football Alumni organization, as well as the Valour Patriots minor football program.