John is an entrepreneur and visionary, with an eye for strategic planning.   His self-admitted hunger for success and will to win, has resulted in building a successful property and business portfolio from humble beginnings running a Chinese takeaway.

John’s transition from small business owner to becoming a corporate entity and rich-lister has taken effort, a clear understanding of where he wants to go and the fearlessness to predict and react to market changes before they happen.

John formed the Chow Group with his brother Michael in 1999 which today includes interests in non-bank financing, commercial property, health and fitness, hotels and lodging, adult entertainment, serviced offices, home building, food and beverage.  Day to day, John takes the lead on INNO Capital, Stonewood Homes, Park Ave Residence and the recently announced Rotorua Hotel.