SFBW’s Up & Comer Awards honors young professionals who have achieved excellence in their careers, shown a commitment to their community and demonstrated leadership. To learn more about this year’s event, taking place Oct. 14, click here.

John C. Xanthos is the Director of Finance and Accounting for the Division of Clinical Operations at Nova Southeastern University; this division oversees the administration and oversight of the University’s 33 different health care centers. In addition, John serves on the Budget Advisory Board for the City of Fort Lauderdale, the Girl Choir of South Florida as Treasurer, Emerge Broward as Co-Chair of the Develop Committee, and the American Hellenic Education Progressive Association as Treasurer. John is a Certified Public Accountant, a Certified Fraud Examiner, an Enrolled Agent and a Certified Financial Analysis and Planning Professional.

Favorite quote: “Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.” —Pele