John Wirth is a Senior Vice-President of Consulting Services and U.S. St. Louis Business Unit Leader at CGI. With a career spanning more than three decades, John has built a reputation for driving significant growth and creating innovative strategies to sustain success for his clients and the organizations he serves.
Before joining CGI, John served as Chief Commercial and Operations Officer at Daugherty Business Solutions, leading the company's growth from $25 million to nearly $300 million in annual revenue. He expanded operations into multiple U.S. and international markets, grew the St. Louis team to over 650 employees, and established the company as a leading IT consulting firm recognized as a "Best Place to Work." Daugherty Business Solutions merged with CGI in December 2024.
John's extensive experience building strategic partnerships with several Fortune 500 organizations across diverse industries—including healthcare, retail, agriculture, manufacturing, travel and financial services—has enabled him to deliver impactful business advisory, digital, data, mobile, and AI solutions that drive strategic outcomes for his clients. He has also spearheaded initiatives to enhance talent development, including creating Daugherty University and leadership coaching programs designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, John is passionate about giving back to the community through philanthropic engagement with organizations, including the American Heart Association, United Way, and the Alzheimer’s Association.
John holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Southern Illinois University.