John Welborn has been appointed to the position of Chairman of FutureNow by the FutureNow Board at its meeting following the AGM. John replaces Ken Norquay, General Manager of Racing at Racing and Wagering WA, who has stepped down after completing his two year term in the role.  Ken will continue on the Board as the employer representative for the Racing Industry.  John is a Director of Rugby WA, a Board member of the Rugby Union Players Association, a chartered accountant, a media presenter, public speaker and  investment banker.

John was the first Western Australian to play for the Australian Rugby Union team, the Wallabies.  John is passionate about education and training and actively participates in career training options for players through his role on the Rugby Union Players Association.