Phil Clement

Phil Clement is a seasoned executive known for driving growth and impact through innovative marketing strategies and strategic partnerships.

With a strong background in technology startups and leading global companies, Phil has a track record of repositioning businesses for market leadership and boosting revenue and profitability.

As the former CMO of Johnson Controls, a $27 billion company operating in 120 countries, he spearheaded a successful repositioning towards smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, leading to substantial revenue growth and stock price appreciation.

Phil's achievements at Johnson Controls include the launch of the groundbreaking digital platform 'OpenBlue' and establishing strategic partnerships with tech giants such as Microsoft, Google, and Amazon.

At Aon, where he served as Global CMO and Executive Committee member, he played a key role in driving marketing programs to support the company's strategic growth and global expansion, including initiatives like acquisitions, Salesforce implementation, and global brand partnerships.

With a diverse educational background including an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a focus on public policy analysis and visual anthropology, Phil combines analytical skills with creative insights to deliver impactful marketing strategies.

Outside of work, Phil's interests in sustainability and the outdoors reflect his personal values, while his passion for marketing extends beyond his professional career, as he is also a published author, photographer, and filmmaker.

Throughout his career, Phil has held leadership roles in various organizations, from serving as CEO & President at World Business Chicago to acting as Global Chief Marketing Officer at Aon and Johnson Controls.