John Bates has been employed by CEF since 1984. Throughout his long and illustrious career at CEF, he has held numerous titles in the organization such as Accountant, Office Manager, and Chief Financial Officer. He is a graduate of Valparaiso University (BS) and Eastern Michigan University (MBA). John is a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Ann Arbor. In his free time, he enjoys attending University of Michigan sporting events and spending time with friends and family.