As your advocate for local government, John is dedicated to fostering a community where skilled labor, quality education, and personal accountability contribute to a prosperous and sustainable future. By upholding our shared values and ensuring cooperation among builders, educators, and community, he is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone thrives.

Together, he will embrace a balanced approach towards preservation, progress and innovation - utilizing advanced technology, new solutions and transparency to benefit taxpayers and improve our place in the world.

John A. Mullen is a fourth-generation tradesman, sustainability advocate, and proud Town of Waxhaw & Union County HPC commissioner with deep roots in public service and technical leadership. From his early years as a journeyman plumber to his current role as Director of Technical Services & Research at IAPMO, John has spent over two decades championing smarter infrastructure, skilled trades education, and community-driven innovation.

Now calling Waxhaw home, John brings his unique blend of hands-on experience and national policy influence to the local stage. As a Historic Preservation Commissioner for the Town of Waxhaw, he has helped shape thoughtful growth policies that balance heritage with progress.

John’s campaign is grounded in practical values: safer smarter streets, better schools, and transparent government. Whether it’s training the next generation of skilled workers, modernizing town services with equitable technology, or reviving projects like the pedestrian bridge and Waxhaw Loop, John’s vision is bold yet rooted in what matters most—preserving Waxhaw’s charm while preparing it for tomorrow.