| A businessman, John LaHood is responsible for business development, strategic management, and general oversight of Fellowship Senior Living, Inc. Beginning his full-time senior living career in 1997, he has a proven business acumen and a record of effective leadership in the industry. John is a Registered Nurse and holds many other certifications that support him in his role as President/CEO of Fellowship Senior Living. A leader in his field, John was recognized in 2004 and 2006 for Best Practices in Personal Care Homes & Assisted Living Communities by the Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH) and several other state associations. He served as President of the Assisted Living Association of Georgia from 2010-2013 during a period of major transition in the legislative and regulatory environment. He was an advisory workgroup member hosted by DCH in 2011-2012 that influenced the rules and regulations for Georgia's new Assisted Living Community licensure. A South Georgia native, John lives in Brooks County with his wife, Crystal, of 22 years. John and Crystal have four children; George (wife Haley), Anna, Jackson, and Brown. In addition to running his business, John finds time to remain actively involved in his children's activities and in numerous civic and business organizations, such as Leadership Georgia (Class of 2015), Georgia Senior Living Association, Assisted Living Association of Georgia (Past President), and the Boys & Girls Club of Brooks County. John is also a past board member of the Valdosta Rotary Club, the Quitman/Brooks Chamber of Commerce, Wiregrass Technical College Certified Nurse Aide Program, and is a past Governmental Affairs Committee member of the Valdosta/Lowndes Chamber of Commerce. John enjoys spending time outdoors on his family farm, flying, and being with family and friends. |