Jonathan Samford serves as the President & CEO of the Global Business Alliance (GBA).
Providing nearly two decades’ worth of experience in communications and government affairs, Jonathan manages a stellar team of more than 20 communicators, lobbyists, economists, consultants and subject matter experts in developing compelling initiatives to advance the organization’s mission. As a spokesperson for an organization representing many of the world’s most recognized companies, Jonathan works regularly with the leading business, economic, tax and trade policy journalists in the country.
Prior to joining GBA in 2013, Jonathan served as communications director to a former member of the House Ways and Means Committee. Previously, Jonathan held several positions, including deputy press secretary, in the personal office of U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell.
A native of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, Jonathan earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from Centre College. He and his wife – a captain in the U.S. Army Reserves – spend their free time chasing after their sons.