The City Centric podcast: An interview with Alliance’s John Hampu

John Hampu is from Alliance, Ohio. He graduated from Alliance High School and played in The Nationally Known Alliance High School Marching Band and in the State Champion “Battle of The Bands” group The Far End, which finished 5th nationally in 1967! John has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Mount Union College and a Master of Education degree from Kent State University.

John worked for the Alliance City Schools for over 37 years as a teacher, coach, principal, and central office administrator for over 37 years. He currently works at Robertson Heating Supply as the leader of the Business Support Department and continues to serve as a guest interviewer for Alliance High School’s Media Arts program.

John. has served as the OHSAA state swim meet announcer for 23 years in a row and has earned The Karl Wirthwein award for his dedication to the sport of swimming in Ohio. John is married to Carol, and they have 3 children and 9 grandchildren.

Tune in to this interview as John shares how others paved the way to his passion and caring for the community through music, sports, and teaching.