John Hwang, founder of Planled, is a visionary and pioneer in the lighting industry. Living in the Pacific Northwest with his wife and four sons, the long dark winters of the PNW inspired him to bring the daylight experience indoors, commercializing the concept of human centric lighting for the first time and making Safeco Field the first MLB park to adopt LED technology. John collaborates with researchers, designers, and corporate clients to create research-applied lighting environments that have made life-changing differences over the years.

Dedicated to giving back to local communities, John co-founded the SHINE outreach program with beloved Hall of Fame pitcher Mariano Rivera, focusing on bringing human centric lighting solutions to educational facilities. In 2021, his commitment to community service and inclusivity was acknowledged when he received the MLB Jackie Robinson Most Diverse Business Partner Award from the Seattle Mariners.