John Dempsey

John Dempsey is a seasoned professional in digital marketing and brand strategy with over 10 years of experience. Currently serving as the General Manager of BodegaPDX at Wieden + Kennedy since August 2020, John leads a culture-driven, social-first creative studio catering to prominent clients such as Nike, Samsung, and Visa. Previous roles include Head of Social and Strategy Director at Bodega, Partner in Digital Strategy at RoadTrip, and Director of Brand Strategy at C21 Investments Inc. In addition to corporate roles, John holds positions on the boards of Caldera Arts and Riff, focusing on youth creativity and climate-conscious products, respectively. John’s educational background includes a degree in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing and International Business from Oregon State University, complemented by international studies at Aarhus University.