John Wright
About John Wright
John Wright serves as the Vice President of Investor Relations at Patterson Companies, Inc., where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in investor relations and corporate communications, having previously held significant roles at The Toro Company and General Mills.
Current Role at Patterson Companies
John Wright serves as the Vice President of Investor Relations at Patterson Companies, Inc. since 2015. In this role, he guides the investor narrative, particularly during CEO and CFO transitions, contributing to the company's business turnaround efforts. He regularly communicates investor feedback and market intelligence to senior leadership and presents insights to the Board of Directors. Additionally, he leads the quarterly earnings process and prepares executive leadership for earnings calls and investor meetings.
Previous Experience at The Toro Company
Prior to his current position, John Wright held multiple roles at The Toro Company. He served as the Director of Investor Relations and Corporate Communications from 2005 to 2011. Following this, he worked as the Director of Business Development from 2011 to 2015. His tenure at The Toro Company also included positions as Director of Marketing for the Golf and Sports Field Business, and Senior Marketing Manager, contributing to various aspects of marketing and business development.
Educational Background
John Wright earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management, where he concentrated in Strategy, Marketing, and Finance from 1988 to 1990. He also holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics, which he achieved cum laude from Wheaton College between 1980 and 1984. His educational background supports his expertise in investor relations and corporate communications.
Early Career at General Mills and IBM
John Wright began his career as a Marketing Representative at IBM from 1984 to 1988. He then transitioned to General Mills, where he worked as an Assistant Marketing Manager from 1990 to 1994. These early roles provided him with foundational experience in marketing and corporate communications, which he later applied in his various positions at The Toro Company and Patterson Companies.