Jon serves as global CEO of VML, an agency he’s been an integral part of for nearly 30 years. In January 2024, VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson united as VML, a global network of 28,000 marketing professionals across more than 60 markets. Jon is a member of the WPP Executive Committee.

VML is proud to serve some of the world's most recognized and respected brands, including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Intel, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. Principal office locations include Detroit, Kansas City, London, New York City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.

In 2025, under Jon’s leadership, VML was recognized as an Ad Age A-List Standout Agency and rose to No. 2 in WARC’s Creative 100 ranking. Additionally, VML was named a Leader in the Forrester Wave for Marketing Creative and Content Services and No. 2 in The Drum World Creative Rankings. VML was designated the Most Creative Company in the U.S. at Cannes Lions 2024 and honored by the Effies as the No. 2 Most Effective Network in the U.S. and Latin America. Jon was shortlisted for 2025 Agency Leader of the Year by Campaign US.

In addition to the highest rankings in the industry for global creativity, Jon has led VML to leading recognition for customer experience and commerce from respected research and advisory consultancies. Forrester named VML a Strong Performer in Customer Experience Strategy Consulting Services, and VML was part of WPP’s recognition as a Leader in Commerce Services and a Strong Performer in Adobe Services. Gartner designated VML a Visionary in the Magic Quadrant for Digital Experience Services. The agency has been recognized by key industry partners Acquia, Adobe, and Braze.

The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption named VML a Top 100 Best Adoption-Friendly Workplace among all U.S. companies and the agency was recognized for Best Use of AI in the Workplace at the WorkLife Awards.

Jon graduated from the University of Missouri in 1993 with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. In 2018, Jon delivered the commencement address at the Missouri School of Journalism graduation ceremony. He is a graduate of the FBI Citizens Academy. Jon relishes spending time with his wife, Lisa, and their three young adult daughters. The family especially enjoys hiking together.