John Budd

John Budd is chief operating officer for GKFF, working across programs to identify areas of synergy and improved effectiveness. He joined GKFF in 2022 after serving as the first COO for the State of Oklahoma. John also previously served as an EVP and chief strategy officer for Sonic Drive-In, and as a partner and managing director for Boston Consulting Group. John received his undergraduate degree from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, and his MBA from the Kellogg School of Northwestern University.