Jon Brooklyn

Jon Brooklyn is an experienced professional in business development with a strong background in the defence, aerospace, and security sectors. Currently serving as the Director of Business Development at The Economist since April 2022, Jon utilizes expertise in geo-political, macroeconomic, and risk intelligence. Previous roles include Business Development Manager at Shephard Media and Head of Business Development at GlobalData Plc, where Jon contributed to providing market intelligence for the defence industry. Early career experiences include roles at deVere Group as a Graduate Wealth Advisor and self-employment as a tennis coach, along with a volunteer position at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Jon holds a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from the University of Hawaii at Manoa.