John Tarpley Head

Background

Head, John Tarpley was born on June 20, 1954 in Atlanta. Son of John Tarpley and Louise (Glover) Head.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physics, Georgia Institute Technology, 1977.

Career

Engineer, J.A. Jones Construction Company, Atlanta, 1968-1976; partner, The Balloon Loft, Atlanta, 1975-1980; owner, Alpine Aerostats, Helen, Georgia, since 1980; president, Head Balloons Inc., Helen, since 1984.

Achievements

• John Tarpley Head has been listed as a noteworthy Hot air balloon manufacturing executive by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member Balloon Federation of America (board directors since 1985), National Aeronautic Association, Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association.

Interests

• Avocations: skiing, geology, hiking.

Connections

Father:

John Tarpley Head

Mother:

Louise (Glover) Head