John Kimber retired in 2013 after working for 35 years in the insurance industry. During his career, he led China development operations for a large insurer.  His family lived in both Shanghai and Beijing, where they were active in Christian fellowships.

John recently completed a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree from George Fox University in Newberg, Oregon. 

John and his wife, Lois, have been married 39 years and reside in Vancouver, Washington.