About the Author

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John Biemer worked in merchandising and merchandise planning for twenty-plus years, over the course of which he has worked with major retail companies. Four years ago, John started Jerseys of Hope, a nonprofit dedicated to passing out athletic jerseys to hospital patients to lift their spirits and give them hope. John and his wife live in New Albany, Ohio--just outside of Columbus, home of the Buckeyes. They have a son and daughter and a small puppy.