Mastercard today announced Jon Huntsman will join as Vice Chairman and President, Strategic Growth, effective April 15.
The former U.S. Ambassador and Governor will lead efforts focused on expanding commercial partnerships with governments and public sector institutions along with driving the company’s inclusive growth, philanthropy and sustainability agenda.
He will report to Michael Miebach, Mastercard’s Chief Executive Officer, and will be part of the Executive Leadership Team.
“Jon’s unique experience spanning four decades in public and private sectors will be extremely valuable as we build the future of Mastercard,” said Miebach. “He will play a pivotal role in helping advance our approach to commercial sustainability through social impact, consistent with our company’s core value of doing well by doing good.”
Jon Hunstman has served as U.S. Ambassador to Singapore, China, and Russia under both Republican and Democratic administrations. He is the only American to have been Chief of Mission in both China and Russia. He was also twice elected Governor of Utah, where he served as Chairman of the Western Governors Association.
Jon Huntsman earlier served as an executive with Huntsman Corporation and most recently as Vice Chairman of Ford Motor Company, where he currently serves on the board of directors. He also serves on the board of directors for Chevron.
Jon Huntsman is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and has 10 honorary doctorate degrees.
“Mastercard has an extraordinary company culture that is driven by a profound commitment to advancing inclusive, sustainable, digital-driven economic growth throughout the world,” said Jon Huntsman. “I very much look forward to being part of this great team to further scale new business opportunities and partnerships in support of the company’s exciting strategic growth opportunities.”
