Susquehanna University Athletics

SUCCESS: John was a four-time varsity football letterman at Susquehanna and a standout defensive tackle, earning All-MAC and All-American honors. He served as captain of the 1994 squad during his senior year. Marc is a veteran where he received specialized training through the Army Corps of Engineer in heavy equipment operation and road work.

SERVICE: John has dedicated more than 30 years to mentoring youth and supporting charitable organizations in the State College, PA area. While a student at SU, he began working in general contracting, ultimately building more than 20 years of experience in construction and real estate. He is a partner in numerous residential and commercial properties in Harrisburg and Central Pennsylvania and has been involved in oil exploration and drilling in eastern Texas. John currently serves on the Board of Directors for BlueSwarf tool, which enables users to determine the maximum achievable speeds, feeds and cutting depths for their existing machines, tools and applications. He was the co-founder and President of Tricore Group, LLC, a land development and construction management company in central PA.

SPIRIT: John was a supporter of the Chris Vialonga Sports Performance Center and has quietly but strongly supported numerous Susquehanna fundraising initiatives benefiting studentathletes.

ADVOCACY: Since graduation, John has remained a strong advocate for Susquehanna’s football program. He has participated in advisory interviews and mentored SU students, helping them explore opportunities after college.