John Kaites

Principal

John Kaites is a successful entrepreneur, practicing attorney, pastor, author, and the Dean of the Colangelo College of Business at Grand Canyon University. He is the author of two books (johnkaitesauthor.com) and has built a career at the intersection of business, law, ministry, and public service.

With an active entrepreneurial background as a founder and angel investor, John has demonstrated success across dozens of start-ups in diverse industries. He began his professional journey as a television news broadcaster, later serving the state of Arizona as an Assistant Attorney General, State Representative, and State Senator.

John’s expertise extends deeply into professional sports, where he has represented more than fourteen Major League Baseball clubs, two NBA basketball teams, the National Hockey League, and Major League Baseball itself. Drawing on this knowledge, he founded Christ Foundation, LLC, which provides business services to churches at no cost, equipping them to thrive in ministryrelated endeavors. He also serves as founding partner of GSIS, a global security company, and is Of Counsel to the law firm Fennemore.

In addition to his business and legal accomplishments, John leads Horizon Church in Phoenix, Arizona, where he serves as lead pastor. His unique perspective combines the disciplines of business, law, and ministry to empower organizations and individuals to succeed with purpose and faith.

John holds a Juris Doctor from Duquesne University, a Master of Arts in Ministry from Phoenix Seminary, a Certificate in Christian Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary, and a Bachelor of Arts from Allegheny College.

Above all, John values his family. He is a grateful husband to his wife Ann, a blessed father to Alex and Jacob.