
One year ago we issued a call for solutions to the world's biggest challenges. This is our progress so far
This article was updated on 25 January 2021.
John Dutton is Head of UpLink and Member of the Executive Committee for the World Economic Forum. Previously John also served as the Head of the Forum Foundations and Head of the Forum of Young Global Leaders, also at the Forum. Prior to joining Forum, he was the Small Funds Initiative Coordinator for the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment and has also spent several years as a French Teacher at the Trinity Pawling School. John has earned an MBA with a specialization in International Organizations from the University of Geneva and completed his undergraduate studies at Kenyon College with a BA in Economics. John also enjoys spending time with his wife Tania, son Timeo and daughter Lea in the nearby Alps skiing and hiking and plays competitive Football in the local leagues.
This article was updated on 25 January 2021.
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