LP 40 for 40 – Mayor John B. Muns
The Plano Chamber of Commerce’s signature program, Leadership Plano, celebrates its 40th anniversary! For the past 40 years, Leadership Plano has been dedicated to educating, developing, and empowering current and future leaders for the community and motivating them to serve civic, charitable, and business organizations.
We are celebrating the impact of the past 40 years by spotlighting 40 Leadership Plano graduates who have paved the way for future generations, created meaningful change for the community, and continue to serve in leadership roles. This celebratory series, Leadership Plano 40 for 40, is Presented by UBS – The Kravitz Group.
Introducing our next spotlight, Leadership Plano Class 6 Graduate, Plano City Mayor, John B. Muns. Mayor John B. Muns became Plano’s 40th Mayor on May 10, 2021. Prior to becoming mayor, he served the Plano community in many capacities, including a variety of leadership roles. His most recent position was Chair of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Prior to that, he served on the Economic Development Board. Mayor Muns has an extensive background focusing on educating Plano’s children. He served on the Plano Independent School District Board as a Trustee for sixteen years with three of those years as President. One of his core beliefs is if you want to live in a vibrant community, you should give back to your community through service.
Mayor Muns was born in Dallas and moved to Plano in 1970 with his family. He graduated from Plano Senior High School in 1978 and earned a bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Management from Abilene Christian University. He is currently a General Partner with Muns Enterprises and previously served as Vice President with Wyatt Cafeterias. His life in Plano has always included community service. He has served on many boards including Children’s Medical Center, YMCA, Plano Sports Authority, Journey of Hope, and City House among others.
Mayor Muns is proud of his more than 50 years living in Plano. He and his wife, Joa, have raised four children here and now enjoy watching their own children raise their families in Plano.
1. What first made you interested in participating in Leadership Plano?
This would’ve been around ’89, so my dad was on Plano City Council, and I was looking to get involved. At that time, I was considering running for school board and so the folks that I respected in the community recommended that I get involved in Leadership Plano. I wanted to learn about the comprehensive parts of what goes on in our community – so that was the kind of opportunity I wanted to get involved in.
2. What is the most memorable part of your experience (or what is something that was happening in Plano that you remember about that year)?
Participating in the ropes course during the retreat was a highlight of my year! I even used this for part of my leadership training for my Board of Directors, Project Chairs and Ways and Means Chair.
3. Why do you think LP is so impactful for our community?
Being in existence for 40 years says it all…. Plano has grown to be a community where everyone wants to live, play, and work. People care about our community and want to be more knowledgeable.
4. What is one thing you can attribute to LP that is a success in your life or career?
Networking possibilities that were gained through my participation in LP. Knowledge that I shared with the Junior League and friends.
5. Why was your class the “Best Class Ever”?
It was a diverse group of individuals that came together to learn more about Plano. I became a friend to so many different individuals that I never would have met.
