John McDonald

John McDonald is a seasoned marketing executive with extensive experience across renowned organizations. Currently serving as Group CMO at UBS since January 2023, John previously held the position of SVP, Global Integrated Marketing and Communications at Mastercard, where leadership was provided for the Global Brand, Digital, and Creative capabilities. Co-founding xCheck in August 2016, John played a pivotal role until its exit to FLYR Labs, focusing on revenue growth for Airlines, Hotels, and Cruise Lines. Additional significant roles include Executive Vice President at Digitas North America, leading the American Express account, and Global Client Lead at WPP for United Airlines. John's earlier career includes leadership positions at British Airways and Ogilvy, strengthened by a degree in British Politics and Legislative Studies from the University of Hull.