John Hnat
John Hnat
John Hnat is a National Account Executive for Edge Information Management, an established provider of employment and drug screening services. In this role, John is accountable for consulting sales of Edge’s comprehensive background screening solutions powered by their proprietary online tool WebScreen(sm), as well as integrations with multiple applicant tracking systems.
He has been an established member of the pre-employment screening industry since 2011. As a Basic FCRA Certified Background Screener, his expertise lies in operations management, training programs, sales strategies and client service – with an emphasis on client satisfaction.
Early Life and Education
John Hnat was born on July 8, 1920 and is an American lawyer specializing in employment law and civil litigation. He was admitted to the bar in 1994.
He holds a bachelor’s degree from Western Reserve University and a law degree from the University of Cincinnati, as well as a master’s degree from Ohio State University.
John was active in church and community activities throughout his early life, as well as serving in the United States Army where he earned a silver medal for service during World War II. Additionally, he belonged to Youngstown Greek Catholic Union Lodge No. 164 and Slovak Catholic Sokols Wreath No. 32; sadly he is survived by Eleanor, his beloved wife of 62 years. On Monday, October 14th at Kinnick Funeral Home in Youngstown a funeral will take place followed by a procession to St John The Baptist Cemetery nearby.
Professional Career
He holds a degree from The University of Miami and currently works for Edge Information Management, an established provider of employment and drug screening services. As National Account Executive, his responsibilities include consultative sales of their comprehensive background screening solutions powered by WebScreen – their proprietary online tool which integrates with multiple applicant tracking systems – as well as sales support of other services offered by the company.
John, a resident of Hickory, is an accomplished artist renowned for his intricate watercolor and pastel drawings of North American wild birds. He has completed hundreds of these intricate masterpieces and estimates that he has seen over 500 species at any given time. Additionally, John’s gallery on Fort Cherry Road showcases some stunning award-winning works of art; the “Miami” owl being his most recent creation but there are plenty more to be proud of.
Achievements and Honors
John Hnat is a renowned attorney specializing in Employment Law and Civil Litigation. His firm Johnson Law PLC, with offices located in Detroit and Flint, MI, has represented numerous clients with multi-million dollar verdicts.
In addition to his legal accomplishments, he is renowned for his community involvement. He has served on the boards of several organizations and is active in his local church. An avid sports enthusiast, he was part of Beadling Soccer Club which won two Pennsylvania West State Championships. A colleague described him as having “a big heart and a big smile.” When not at work, he enjoys playing golf, hiking, fishing or spending time with his family; having been married 25 years and proud father of five children.
Personal Life
John Hnat was an incredibly passionate and dedicated man, who loved his family, friends, and the outdoors. His interests included backcountry skiing, mountain and desert hiking, birdwatching, painting and music. Additionally he was very involved in his community; co-owning Snake River Music with lifelong friend Chuck Spray while driving a START bus for charity.
He had a deep religious conviction. He was an active parishioner at St. Bridget School and Church, as well as running Hnat’s Grocery Store in Gary. Additionally, he served in the U.S. Army, earning a medal for action in Germany. Additionally, his positive outlook and devotion to family were unwavering; his two daughters Annmarie Jones and Susan Hnat are survivors along with his mother and brother Robert Feeley.
Net Worth
Hnat was a social worker and psychotherapist with extensive experience in trial litigation. He joined Fieger & Johnson in 1995, serving them until 2011. His practice focused on jury consulting and aiding clients throughout legal processes; additionally, he taught trial skills to lawyers.
On September 13th, 2018 he sold 6,000 units of Jetblue Airways Corp stock for $115,800. According to Form 4 filings with the SEC, he has made over 78 trades since 2003 and lives in a residential property where people in his area earn between $50-74K annually. Median school completion rates in his area are 16 years; his wife and no children reside with them. They own a 1929 Ford and Haulmark trailer as well as antique guns and tools.