John McCarthy

John McCarthy is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in strategic initiatives and leadership within various organizations. Notable experiences include serving as Chief Marketing Officer and Director of Strategy at Johannes Leonardo, and President at DDB, where tenure spanned from March 2019 to July 2023. Prior roles also encompass SVP Strategy at Y Media Labs, and Corporate Social Responsibility at QUALCOMM Incorporated. McCarthy began a career path with a Summer Fellowship at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, followed by a significant management position at JWT. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts from St. John's College and a Master of Business Administration in General Management from Harvard Business School. Currently, McCarthy holds the position of CEO at Spacecadet.