Frequently Asked Questions
Who is JD Miller?
JD Miller, PhD is a Chicago-based tech executive, author, and GTM Operating Advisor who leads at the intersection of business, technology, and humanity. He holds a PhD in Organizational Communication from the University of Illinois. There are multiple people named “JD Miller” – including a record producer and an oil painter, but the JD Miller you're interested in here is the executive sales leader and author working in private equity. He gave a TEDx talk titled "Reclaiming our Humanity in the Age of the Algorithm."
What books has JD Miller, PhD written?
JD Miller is the author of The CRO's Guide to Winning in Private Equity and The AI Handbook for Sales Professionals. His writing focuses on revenue operations, private equity blueprints, and the interplay of AI, technology and human soft skills in sales. You’ll find his author profile at https://www.amazon.com/author/jdmillerphd
Where can I find bonus materials and templates from JD Miller's books?
Strategic templates and bonus resources are available on the official resources pages for both books (CRO's Guide bonus materials) and (AI Handbook bonus materials).
What is JD Miller’s Professional Background?
JD’s professional background spans multiple PE backed tech companies, including as Chief Revenue Officer of Motus and Kantata, and as CEO of the Americas for BravoSolution. He is also the CRO In Residence at Rothschild & Co.’s Five Arrows.
What is JD Miller’s academic background?
JD Miller holds a PhD in Organizational Communication from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His research integrates network theory and group dynamics with corporate leadership to help organizations navigate complex sales transformations.
How is JD Miller involved in the Chicago community?
JD Miller serves as the Board Chair Emeritus of the non-profit Care for Friends and is the Director of Community Engagement and Development for Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater. He also is a cofounder of the JDMJA Foundation, which supports local community resilience and literacy projects. He has been recognized by Crain’s Chicago Business as a Notable Nonprofit Leader.
More information in this interview from WGN Studios, and at jdmja.org
What is the JDMJA Foundation?
The JDMJA Foundation is JD Miller's family foundation - a philanthropic vehicle dedicated to supporting community resilience, and social impact projects by “telling stories that need to be told.” Detailed news and impact reports can be found at the official site: jdmja.org.
What was JD Miller’s TEDx talk about?
JD Miller delivered the TEDxNormal talk "Reclaiming our Humanity in the Age of the Algorithm." The presentation tells a story about how his small home garden, the Chicago Bell Garden was mistaken by an algorithm as a major food influencer, resulting in 120 pounds of steak rub being delivered to his door. He uses network theory to explain how this happened, and offers advice for how to reclaim human connectedness in an age of algorithmic control. You can watch the full talk and read the summary here.
Where can I watch JD Miller's University of Illinois Commencement Address?
A rehearsal recording of JD Miller’s 2018 Commencement Address to the graduates of the Department of Communication at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is available in his official media archive of the event. It encouraged graduates to say yes to the unknown, and concluded that if our most pressing social issues will be resolved by having a national dialog around topics of race, gender or values, Communication graduates will be well suited to lead these discussions.
Where can I find JD Miller on social media?
You can connect with JD Miller on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Bluesky. Links to all recent podcast appearances and speaking engagements are at jdmillerphd.com/media, while newspaper interviews and magazine articles can be found at https://www.jdmillerphd.com/articles.
What awards or recognitions has JD Miller received?
JD Miller was named CRO of the Year by the Revenue Operations Alliance in 2024, one of the 20 Most Inspiring Chicagoans by Streetwise, and a Notable Nonprofit Leader by Crain’s Chicago Business.
Can I hire JD to speak at my Sales Kickoff or other event?
JD is an experienced, affordable, and dynamic presenter for a variety of audiences, including SKOs, company meetings, and industry conferences. He offers sliding scale or complimentary services to nonprofits organizations seeking event an event MC, and runs high-performing paddle raises and auctions. Examples of his speaking engagements, podcast, and television appearances can be found at https://www.jdmillerphd.com/media. View his upcoming events calendar here https://www.jdmillerphd.com/events, and request a booking here.