John Thompson

John Thompson is a results-driven leader with 15+ years of experience delivering innovative business solutions for diverse industries. He has a proven record of success in bringing to market new products, managing large teams and executing strategic change initiatives. JT currently serves as the Director of HR and Marketing IT Portfolios for AutoTrader Group, where he spearheaded the implementation and ongoing adoption efforts of the enterprise’s Jive Software-based intranet platform.

JT joined AutoTrader.com in August 2005 and has since directed a number of initiatives and teams in support of the company’s big-picture speed and collaboration efforts. Prior to joining AutoTrader.com, JT served as a Senior Management Consultant in CSC’s Supply Chain Solutions practice for 7 years, working with clients such as Dell, DirecTV, Estee Lauder, General Dynamics, ING, Sears and Sysco Foodservices.