Joe Mc Neal
About Joe Mc Neal
Joe Mc Neal is a Managing Director at Pearl Meyer, with a background in consulting and program management across various firms. He has held positions at Radford, Aon, Envision EMI, Compensia, and Hay Group, and has academic credentials from the University of North Carolina and the London School of Economics.
Current Role at Pearl Meyer
Joe Mc Neal serves as the Managing Director at Pearl Meyer, a position he has held since 2022. He operates out of Denver, Colorado, where he applies his extensive experience in consulting and program management to enhance the firm's service offerings. His role involves strategic oversight and leadership in various projects, focusing on compensation consulting and related services.
Previous Experience at Aon
Before joining Pearl Meyer, Joe Mc Neal worked at Aon as a Partner from 2020 to 2022. During his tenure in Denver, Colorado, he contributed to the firm's consulting practices, leveraging his expertise to guide clients in compensation strategies and organizational effectiveness. His role at Aon followed a significant period at Radford, where he advanced from Senior Consultant to Associate Partner.
Career Background at Radford
Joe Mc Neal's career at Radford spanned from 2013 to 2020, where he held multiple roles including Senior Consultant and Associate Partner. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area and later in the Greater Denver Area, he focused on providing consulting services related to compensation and human resources. His work during this period established a strong foundation for his subsequent roles in the industry.
Educational Background
Joe Mc Neal studied at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in History, focusing on Social Sciences from 1999 to 2003. He furthered his education at The London School of Economics and Political Science, obtaining a Master of Science in Economics in 2007. This educational background supports his analytical skills and understanding of economic principles in his professional roles.
Consulting Experience Prior to Pearl Meyer
Before his current position, Joe Mc Neal accumulated diverse consulting experience. He worked at Compensia as a Consultant from 2012 to 2013 and at Hay Group from 2008 to 2012. His roles involved advising clients on compensation structures and strategies, contributing to his comprehensive knowledge in the field of human resources and compensation consulting.