John Withers

John Withers is a results-driven leader in the technology industry and a veteran of the US Army Special Forces. Currently serving as the Head of Product Marketing for Compass at Atlassian since 2025, John previously held various leadership roles in the Army, including Aviation Leader and Special Forces Leader, where they demonstrated strategic acumen and operational excellence across multiple deployments. John earned an MBA from The Wharton School in 2015, where they were actively involved in student leadership and extracurricular activities. Their prior experience includes significant roles in product marketing at companies such as MuleSoft and New Relic, showcasing a strong background in technology and business development.