John Jones

Education and Early Career

John Jones has built an impressive career in marketing and communications, leveraging his extensive experience and academic background. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in History, Political Science, and Russian Language from Indiana University Bloomington, which he completed in 1993. This diverse educational foundation has served him well throughout his professional journey.

John's career started at the Chemical Manufacturers Association in Washington, D.C., where he worked as an Editorial/Research Assistant in the State Affairs Department from January 1994 to January 1995. He moved on to Pinpoint Marketing, Inc. in New York, where he held the role of Account Supervisor for advertising programs related to major consumer products until January 1996.

Tenure at AIG

In June 1996, John joined AIG, beginning a long and notable tenure with the company. He became Director of Marketing Services in Corporate Communications, managing an in-house marketing agency for AIG’s U.S. commercial businesses. He later rose to Vice President of Marketing for American Home Assurance Company, an AIG subsidiary. His responsibilities continued to grow as he took on roles as Senior Vice President of Communications for U.S. Commercial Insurance and then Vice President for Corporate Communications, overseeing global communications for AIG’s property and casualty subsidiaries.

From March 2012 to April 2016, John was the Senior Vice President of Commercial Marketing & Strategy at AIG, where he led the global marketing team for the company's commercial business.

Transition to Marsh and Marsh McLennan

In August 2016, John transitioned to Marsh, where he initially served as Senior Vice President of Business Planning. In this role, he supported the leadership team in planning and driving global growth strategies. By April 2018, he was promoted to Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, managing overall marketing and communications strategies until July 2022.

Currently, John holds the prestigious role of Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Marsh McLennan. Since July 2022, he has been leading the marketing and communications functions for this global financial services firm.

Expertise and Contributions

John’s career is marked by his expertise in brand development, thought leadership, and crisis communications. He has demonstrated an ability to build and lead corporate communications and marketing teams, supporting company visions and driving profitable growth. With over two decades of experience, John Jones continues to be a significant force in the field of marketing and communications.