John Thornton
Board of Directors

About
John is a strategic marketing leader and operator with a knack for turning complex growth challenges into clear, scalable wins. Blending data-driven insight with creative energy, he helps brands expand smarter — from multi-location consumer services to national growth strategies. On the board, John brings sharp strategy, a builder's mindset, and just enough spark to keep innovation and performance moving in sync.
Education
B.S., Commerce at the University of Virginia; MBA at Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University
Expertise
Growth Strategy, Performance Marketing, Multi-Location Expansion, and Data-Driven Brand Building powered by Technology and AI.
Credentials
Passion
Outside of work, John enjoys golf, pick-up basketball, and spending time with his family — especially the joys of being a girl dad.
“I am a great believer in luck. And I find that the harder I work the more I have of it.”
Thomas Jefferson