Education, Certification and License

• 1973 Graduate Jackson Central Merry High School

• 1975 Graduate Jackson State Community College, Associate of Science –Certificate of Engineering Technology

• Master Electrician – City of Jackson

• Master Plumber – City of Jackson

• Master Mechanic and Gas Pipe Fitter – City of Jackson    

• National Certified Remodeler (NARI)

• National Certified Restorer (ASCR)

• State Licensed General, Plumbing and Electrical Contractor #16800

• Certified Mold Remediation Technician (ASCR)

• Accredited in Subrogation Techniques

Professional experience and Awards

• John H. Allen, Inc., Owner & President - Founded 1974

• 1987-2006 Listed among top 500 Remodelers in the country, by Qualified Remodeler Magazine     

• 1991 Jackson Small Business of the year

• 1992 Blue Chip Enterprise Award (National Award for Problem Solving)

• 1997 Pinnacle Cornerstone Award

• 1998 Tennessee Remodeler of the year

Civic Involvement

• Jackson Lions Club, Former President

• Serves on Executive Committee in the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce

• Star Center, Board member & Property Committee Chairman

• 1990-1991 Chairman Code Advisory and Appeal Board

• 1991-1999 Jackson City Councilman

• 1991 & 1995 Vice Mayor, City of Jackson

• 1993-1999 Jackson Planning Commission, 2 term member

• 1995-1999 Property Committee Chairman, City of Jackson

• City and County Joint Funding Committee,  Former Chairman

• 1991-1994 Finance Committee, City of Jackson

• Host of the weekly radio show ”Tricks of the Trade” on Saturdays 8:00 a.m. on WMWS 101.5 FM

• Served as Project Coordinator for construction of the new City Hall

• Serves as President and Chairman of the Board of the Jackson Downtown Development Corporation (JDDC)