Gary McClure

Gary McClure is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in consulting, marketing, and academia. Currently serving as a Senior Consultant at Thrivence since February 2023, McClure focuses on AI integration, leadership development, and organizational performance. As an Adjunct Professor at Vanderbilt University since August 2015, McClure teaches Management and Negotiation while guest lecturing in related subjects. Previous roles include Management Consultant at North Highland, President & Chief Marketing Officer at The Collective Global, and Managing Consultant at c3/consulting, where McClure led significant strategic projects. In addition, McClure held key positions at LifeWay Christian Resources, BPI Communications, and Nortel Networks, and was President of the Graduate Business Forum, promoting leadership in graduate business education. McClure holds an MBA in Marketing from Vanderbilt University and a B.S. in Economics and Marketing from Mississippi State University.