AcctKnowledge was founded in 2003 by John Favell. Mr. Favell has been a leader in the staffing industry in Tulsa since 1974. He was founder and former President and CEO of Accounting Principals and Key Temporary Personnel. John also founded and currently serves as President & CEO of Favell Services, parent company of Acctknowledge, Vistalign, Search Engine, and Hire Sales.

Mr. Favell is an active civic leader and has served on many boards including the Tulsa Education Fund, The American Lung Association, Junior Achievement, The University of Tulsa – College of Business Advisory Board and the American Heart Association of which he was Chairman in 1998-1999.