Laura A. Clayton Mc Donnell
About Laura A. Clayton Mc Donnell
Laura A. Clayton Mc Donnell serves as the President of Corporates at Thomson Reuters and holds board positions at Zuora and Signal AI. With a legal background and extensive experience in sales and digital transformation, she actively promotes diversity and inclusion in her professional endeavors.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Laura A. Clayton Mc Donnell serves as the President, Corporates at Thomson Reuters since 2023. In this role, she oversees corporate strategies and operations within the organization. Her leadership is focused on enhancing corporate services and driving growth in the New York City Metropolitan Area.
Current Board Memberships
Laura Mc Donnell is a member of the Board of Directors at Zuora since 2022, where she also serves on the Compensation Committee. Additionally, she joined Signal AI as a Board Member in 2023. Her involvement in these organizations highlights her commitment to governance and strategic oversight in the San Francisco Bay Area and London.
Professional Background
Laura Mc Donnell has a diverse professional background with significant roles in various leading technology companies. She worked at ServiceNow as Senior Vice President of Sales for the East, Canada, and Latin America from 2021 to 2023. Prior to that, she held multiple vice president positions at Microsoft and IBM, contributing to enterprise sales and strategic services.
Education and Expertise
Laura Mc Donnell holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, and a Doctor of Law (JD) from the University of California, Berkeley - School of Law. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in International Business from San Jose State University. Her educational background supports her expertise in digital transformation, enterprise sales, and governance.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Laura Mc Donnell actively promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion within her professional roles. Her extensive experience in international business and her legal background enhance her ability to foster inclusive environments and connect with diverse teams across cultures.