John C. May is the Chairman and CEO of Deere & Company, the global manufacturer of agricultural, construction, and forestry equipment best known by its John Deere brand. He joined the company in 1997 and advanced through leadership roles in engineering, operations, and information technology before becoming CEO in 2019 and Chairman in 2020. Under his leadership, Deere has emphasized precision agriculture, smart technology integration, and sustainable practices to enhance productivity for farmers and builders worldwide. May is recognized for steering the company through digital transformation while maintaining its position as an industry leader.