John Lathrop joined Smartlinx as Chief of Staff to the CEO in April 2025. He brings several years of experience in the workforce management and staffing technology space, with a focus on driving operational rigor, strategic execution, and scalable growth.
Prior to joining Smartlinx, John served as Chief of Staff to the CEO at Stafferlink, a healthcare software provider offering Vendor Management System (VMS), Applicant Tracking System (ATS), talent pooling, payroll technology, and credentialing solutions. During his tenure, he worked alongside the CEO to help transform Stafferlink from a founder-led lifestyle business into a scaled, operationally disciplined, high-growth organization. He co-lead the successful sale of Stafferlink to Smartlinx, which was completed in 2025
Before Stafferlink, John worked at ClearView Healthcare Partners, a life sciences-focused consultancy, where he supported biopharma and healthcare companies across a range of therapeutic areas.
John holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Swarthmore College.