Bio
John Gaines aka “John PUSH Gaines” is a former at-risk kid turned youth advocate.
John has spoken at universities, nonprofit organizations, youth conferences, NBA skill camps, churches and schools. He has worked with groups of parents, educators, coaches & mental health professionals.
John’s ultimate goal is to help as many young people as possible and to help them realize regardless of the adversity or obstacles they may face, they can still PUSH to be the great human being that they were created to be.
John attended East Central University where he graduated Outstanding Student in Business and won a football championship as captain of the football team! In addition, he graduated from Liberty University with a Master degree in Business Leadership and he is currently pursuing his Doctorate degree in Business Administration.
Articles
Tacoma man selected to ring NYSE opening bell by Tacoma Weekly
John Gaines continues to PUSH and inspire by USA Today
ECU Graduate, Former Football Player Gaines to Deliver Parker Ethics Lecture by East Central University
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