John Harper

John Harper is an experienced executive with a successful career at Microsoft since June 2007, currently serving as Chief of Staff for Global Channel Partner Sales and former Chief of Staff for Privacy, Safety, & Regulatory Affairs. In these roles, John has led strategy development across various regulatory domains and directed business operations, demonstrating expertise in finance, human resources, and governance. John's previous positions at Microsoft include Senior Director of Strategy & Operations for Advanced Analytics and Senior Director of Worldwide Marketing & Operations Strategy. Additionally, leadership extends beyond Microsoft with a role as Vice Chair of the Governing Board for LifeCenter Northwest and past Chair of the Family Advisory Council for Seattle Children's. John also held finance management positions at Melaleuca and IBM Global Services, complemented by an MBA in Finance from Brigham Young University and participation in the Executive Development Program at the UW Foster School of Business.