John Kelly

John Kelly is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in corporate affairs and public policy across various industries. Currently a Senior Managing Director and Global Head of Corporate Affairs at BlackRock since July 2023, John previously held the position of Senior Vice President for Brand, Communications, and Corporate Affairs at Roku Inc. from May 2021 to July 2023. Notable prior roles include Executive Vice President of Public Affairs & Social Impact at Starbucks, and Vice President of Industry Affairs Group at Microsoft Corporation, where John was based in Brussels and Paris. John's career also includes significant positions related to legislative affairs and public policy within government and prominent organizations, complemented by a robust educational background with a BA in Political Science from Stanford University and a JD from American University Washington College of Law.