Jon Gilmore founded Gilmore Strategy Group after serving as Deputy Chief of Staff to Governor Asa Hutchinson (R-AR). Jon continues to serve Governor Hutchinson as his Chief Strategist on political affairs and pollster. Previously, as the Governor’s sole Deputy Chief of Staff, Jon managed the day-to-day operations of the Office of the Governor, which included a budget of over $6 million, a staff of nearly sixty individuals and the organization of state agencies under the new administration. Jon also served as the Campaign Manager and General Consultant for Governor Asa Hutchinson’s gubernatorial campaign. Before returning to Arkansas, Jon was a pollster and consultant for a consulting firm in the Washington, DC area. Jon was a key member of the strategic teams for Governors, Senators, Congressmen and state candidates. In addition to political candidates, Jon has provided strategy and conducted opinion research for large corporations, non-profits and major league sports teams.