John Wright

John Wright is a seasoned executive in the financial services sector, currently serving as Partner and Chief Executive Officer, International, at Whitney Partners, LLC since October 2014. With a strong foundation in executive search, Wright previously founded Global Sage Ltd. in August 1998, where the focus was on the financial services industry until September 2014. Prior experience includes serving as Managing Director and Founding Partner at Executive Access from December 1990 to July 1998, where Wright played a pivotal role in establishing the firm's financial services practice. Early career highlights include the position of Deputy News Editor for Asia at The Wall Street Journal from December 1983 to August 1990. Academic credentials include a Master's Degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia and a BSc in Sociology and Anthropology from Lewis & Clark College.