After retiring from Corning, John navigated the challenge of redefining his identity beyond work, seeking a balance that blends meaningful contribution with personal fulfillment. He now divides his time between advising a company in the lithium battery space, serving on a private company board, teaching at Cornell, and caring for his farm, horses, and dogs—activities guided by a simple filter: does it matter? By intentionally shaping a life that aligns with his values, he has found joy in work that inspires, time spent with loved ones, and the rhythms of life on the land.
