Jon Clifton

Jon Clifton, currently leading as the CEO of Gallup, a firm renowned for its global analytics and advice, has been associated with the company since 2008. Prior to his current role, he played a significant part as the Global Managing Partner of the company's worldwide consulting group. Clifton, armed with a bachelor's degree in political science and history from the University of Michigan and a Juris Doctor in international law from the University of Nebraska, has dedicated his career to fostering thriving workplaces and connecting people with their strengths.

Clifton's efforts extend beyond the corporate world, endeavouring to give a voice to citizens on their most pressing issues through the Gallup World Poll. In 2022, he penned the book "Blind Spot: The Global Rise of Unhappiness and How Leaders Missed It", which made its mark as a Wall Street Journal bestseller. His writings, illuminating on diverse topics, have graced numerous renowned publications such as The Economist, Harvard Business Review, and Fast Company.

Clifton's academic pursuits led him to a position as a nonresident senior fellow at Baylor University's Institute for Studies of Religion. His contributions to the field have been recognized by Midland University and Western New England University, both of which have bestowed upon him an honorary doctorate in humane letters. Thus, his considerable experience and wide-ranging expertise provide an insightful perspective on various issues.