John first became a member of the society in 1994 and specialises in Irish material. His earliest share is a Boyne Valley navigation bond dated 1797. He left his native Kilkenny, Ireland in 1983 and having worked and lived in many countries he now resides with his family in Kingston upon Thames in the UK. He is a keen follower of many sports but particularly his hurling team, Kilkenny. A chartered accountant, now retired, he was elected Hon. Treasurer of the Society in April 2019.