John Desmond

John is a seasoned leader with over 25 years of experience in financial services. In his current role, he oversees the delivery of middle office services for global investment management firms, contributing significantly to the growth and maturity of the Investment Operations Outsourcing business. Before joining Northern Trust in 2014, John was COO and Head of Operations and Technology at Harris Associates, where he successfully implemented operational models to support rapid expansion. With a background in investment management, mutual funds, and securities, John has held leadership positions at various asset management firms including Nuveen Investments, Deutsche Asset Management, Scudder Investments, and Putnam Investments.