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Born in Chattanooga TN, the fourth child of John Bruce and Lena Edith Carver, John was the proud father of Tanya Moore and Jennifer Jenkins, the loving grandfather of Hannah, Elizabeth and Erin, and the proud stepfather of Terry Richardson.
A Ph.D. graduate of Emory University, John managed several Mental Health organizations and systems, ultimately developing an interest in governance, the job of the governing board. John developed a unique theoretical framework for governance, the Policy Governance Model. He taught, facilitated and coached both boards and consultants worldwide. The author of five books and hundreds of articles and monographs, he may have been the most published writer in his field.
A Secular Humanist, John read widely in philosophy, history and political theory.
Since 1995, John was married to his best friend, Miriam.
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Sherry S Jennings PhD
October 3, 2024
John Carver´s vision transformed the way I approach governance, helping me understand the true power of effective boards. His teachings have been a guiding force throughout my career, inspiring me to lead with clarity and purpose. The community John and Miriam fostered has connected me with passionate individuals dedicated to using their wisdom for meaningful change. I am deeply grateful for the chance to learn from John and for the ongoing legacy that Miriam and so many others continue to carry forward.
Barbara Bryer
August 22, 2024
My mother and stepfather, Ron and Sharon Nickle are great friends of John. They have shared, and shared with me, many great holidays and visits with John and Miriam.
I was lucky to have met John on a number of occasions. He was remarkable in that he could talk to anyone about anything. He was inquisitive and so very smart!
I know my parents will miss him dearly. To Miriam, he was a very good man.
Susan Radwan
August 20, 2024
I met John in 1999 after searching for a place to learn about Policy Governance. That meeting changed my life. I owe the new trajectory in my life to John's brilliance.
My deepest condolences to Miriam and John's family at this time of grieving. He was a great thinker and a great man. I hope to continue his legacy with integrity to his governance framework.
Lisa Love
August 18, 2024
My best to you Miriam - What a wonderful man to have shared life with. I know he will be terribly missed.
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