Born and raised in the Ensley/Pratt City Community
Holy Family Hospital,,8/22/1956 into a family of 5 brothers,3 sisters
Gloria S.Tims, Timothy sr, Mark*, David sr, Edith Ann*,Johnny III*,Wilbur, Essie Elana
Parents; Johnny Swanson II*, Magnolia Jones Swanson*
* indicates deceased
Educational
attended B’ham Public Schools, Jefferson County Homebound Program
Graduated in top 3, Class of 1974 Jackson-Olin High
Attended UAB as a Merit Scholar 1974-77
BS-Honors in Natural Science (Biology/Chemistry) 1977
Attended UAB Dental School 1977-81
Graduated Doctorate in Dental Medicine (D.M.D. ) 1981
Entered Practice as the Youngest Dentist in Alabama 1981
Dental Practitioner 1981 office of Dr. John Nixon,Ensley
Solo
Nursing Home, Sickle Cell, and private home provider
Former President Alabama Dental Society Zone 1
Business
Private Residential Developer ( pratt city, Ensley, bush hills, Kingston )
Single family homes, small unit apartments
Developed and built Magnolia Terrace apartments (301 Ave T Pratt City)
for seniors/handicap/veterans ( 40 units ) 2002
Purchased and re-developed Pratt City Office Center(#4 Ave W Pratt City )
Purchased and developed Fellowship Hall ( 306 Ave U Pratt City )
Community
Founder Pratt Business/Merchants Association, African American Chamber of Commerce
Former board member Western Mental Health Clinic –Ensley ,
Pratt Community Development Corporation, Board member/chairman
Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority, Board member/chairman
Adolescent home night superviser,Alethia House-Mr. Chris Retan
Former laborer Birmingham Park and Recreation Board.
Faith/Ministry
Christian, Saved&Spirit-filled,Bible Student Straight Truth Faith Church of Forestdale Pastor/Apostle T. L. Givner, Vocalist, Teacher, Giver.
Former member gospel singing group “ Bernard Williams & The Creations
Served years in Prison Ministry early 90’s St. Clair Correctional Facility
Awards and honors
UAB Merit Scholar, complete degree requirements in 3 years
Distinguished Service Awards in multiple areas
2000 Outstanding Entrepreneur of the Year, U.S Chamber of Commerce.