Rhinebeck Science Foundation

Johnny Lehane

Johnny is one of the Founders and the Director of Franchising at WAKA - The World Adult Kickball Association, a nationwide sport and social club with over 375 leagues nationwide. Among other roles, he has most recently served as WAKA's Chief Technology Officer. Johnny received a degree in Electrical Engineering from The Catholic University of America and spent 8 years at America Online in various technical and managerial roles.

Johnny served on the Rhinebeck Recreation Committee, as its Chairman in 2008.  He grew up in Lagrange, NY and after 15 years in the Washington, DC area, returned to Dutchess County, settling in the Village of Rhinebeck to be closer to family.  Johnny and his wife Melissa have 2 children at Chancellor Livingston Elementary, and 1 at Rhinebeck Community Nursery School.