John Quarton

John Quarton is a visionary individual with over 25 years of experience in the technology and innovation sectors.

During his tenure at State Farm Insurance, he played pivotal roles in developing large-scale software systems and applications, leading groundbreaking projects, and mentoring budding talents in the tech industry.

His transition from the corporate world to academia saw him thrive as a director of innovation and entrepreneurship programs, where he collaborated with students, faculty, alumni, and corporate partners to drive impactful initiatives.

Currently, John is engaged in creating innovative ventures at Illinois Wesleyan University, leveraging his extensive professional network and expertise.

John Quarton's academic background includes a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Pre-Engineering studies at Illinois State University.

He has held various key positions at prestigious institutions like Illinois Wesleyan University and the Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.