Migrating with his family from the Philippines in 1997,
John-Carlo initially saw learning English as a barrier. Despite
this, in 2009 he won the Junior Speech competition and got the
Rotary Speaking Prize at Kelston Boys High School. This
intelligent student has a wide range of interests but excels in
History and Geography and is passionate about Hockey, Theatresports
and entrepreneurial opportunities. In 2011 John-Carlo was awarded
the Board of Trustees Scholarship and trophies for History,
Geography and Hockey. He was also selected as a student
ambassador at the Fairfax Media Business Hall of Fame.
Andrew McLeod from Douglas Pharmaceuticals talked highly of their
scholarship recipient at the 2011 Awards Evening: "John-Carlo has
already made a significant impact on our company. As soon as
he arrived for his interview, the people who met John-Carlo were
impressed with his positive, bubbly personality and successful
track record. We knew from that very moment that he was the
right guy for us!"
This vivacious go-getter is studying for conjoint Commerce and
Arts degrees at The University of Auckland which he will complet in
2017 and then aims to continue ticking off list of long term
goals.