Spotlight on Centurions – John Burgess
John Burgess joined Walsworth Publishing Company in 2009 and serves as director of strategy and innovation. John is a member of the Centurions Class of 2014 and serves as co-chairman of the Curriculum Committee. John also contributes his time and talent to the Gillis Center for Children and Families, Cornerstones of Care and Junior Achievement. John and his wife, Amber, have a daughter, Isabel.
Also featured in the November 2nd issue of The Independent
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Amber, John and their daughter Isabel |
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