John Wake

John Wake returned to his birthplace of Middlesex County, Virginia after a business career in Richmond. After attending the University of Richmond, John and his wife, Carolyn, established Tom Brown Hardware in Richmond, VA, in 1955. John is active in the Rotary Club of Middlesex County, the Economic Development Authority (Middlesex County), the Rivers Community Foundation Board, and the Library Board of Middlesex County.

John finds enjoyment in gardening, fishing, and sailing. He and Carolyn have four sons (one deceased).