John McKenna Case founded Case Lighting Resources in 1973, and has since become established as one of the nation's foremost lighting designers and consultants. Today his creative talent and technical expertise are sought out by prestigious businesses and prominent individuals for both commercial and residential projects throughout the world.

Working closely with architects, interior designers, and landscape architects, Case utilizes controlled illumination to create dramatic effects in interior and exterior environments, and to enhance colors, forms, and textures. He is best known for his work with optical projectors, which confine the light source to the contours of a lighted object and make it appear as though it is floating in air.

Augmenting the design and installation services of Case Lighting Resources, Case additionally is president and founder of Case Lighting Products, a manufacturer of wholesale lighting fixtures, switching systems, and accessories; and the Case Collection, an importer of artifacts, clothing, and specialty gift items.

Case has played an active role in the community through his ongoing support of the cultural arts. He is past president of COMBO, founder of Young Friends of the San Diego Symphony, and a former member of the board of directors for the San Diego Symphony and the La Jolla Playhouse. He also served as vice president and member of the board of directors for the La Jolla Museum of Contemporary Art, and is a former member of the board of directors for the San Diego Chamber of Commerce.

John Case holds a bachelor of arts degree in business from San Diego State University, where he served as a cheerleader and president of his class. He was awarded Outstanding Young Citizen of San Diego in 1968, and was one of five Outstanding Young Citizens of California in 1969-70.