Jason Cole

Jason Cole

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Business Development Manager at Oxco Inc

  • Education

    • Auburn University

      1994 - 1999
      BChE Chemical Engineering

      Activities and Societies: American Institute of Chemical Engineers Crisis Center Volunteer Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry Paper Industry Management Association - Tutored other engineering students in Thermodynamics and Statistics- Completed 4 co-op semesters with American Cast Iron Pipe Company- Completed a summer internship with Kimberly-Clark Corporation- President of the student chapter of the Paper Industry Management Association

    • University of North Alabama

      2008 - 2010
      MBA Marketing, Finance

      4.0 GPA

  • Experience

    • Kimberly-Clark

      Jun 1999 - Jan 2007

      Responsibility for process and quality improvement on a multi-million-dollar production asset.Responsibility for facility-wide environmental compliance. Assisted production facilities with decision-making by providing accurate and timely financial results. Worked closely with engineers, manufacturing leaders, facility managers, and other financial professionals.Served on a team that produced Kimberly-Clark's annual report. Responsible for quality- and process-improvement on a multi-million-dollar production asset.ISO internal auditor. - Responsible for process development on multi-million-dollar assets installed in production facilities throughout North America.- Worked closely with individuals in a variety of roles, including research, engineering, and manufacturing.

      • Process Engineer

        Jan 2006 - Jan 2007
      • Cost Analyst

        Apr 2004 - Jan 2006
      • Process Engineer

        Dec 2001 - Apr 2004
      • Process Engineer

        Jun 1999 - Dec 2001
    • Kappler, Inc.

      Jan 2007 - Oct 2016

      Executive-level position, reporting to the owner and president. Direct involvement with technical and sales support, and supply chain optimization. Overall responsibility for:* Research and Development of new products* Technical Support of Sales* Technical presentations - Training for customers, sales professionals, and end-users* Inspection and release of incoming engineered fabrics* Production support for engineered fabrics* Corporate Intellectual Property - Liaison with Attorneys* Recruiting and career development of engineers and scientistsOther duties include:* Corporate- and Department-Level budget preparation and implementation* ISO Internal Auditor* Succession Planning* Corporate representation on various committees and industry advocacy organizations, including ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials), NFPA (National Fire Protection Agency), and ISEA (International Safety Equipment Association) Show less

      • Director of Research and Development

        May 2011 - Oct 2016
      • Product Development Engineer

        Jan 2007 - May 2011
    • OXCO, LLC

      Oct 2016 - now
      Senior Product Development and Business Development Manager

      Overall responsibility for:* Research and Development of new products* Work with customers and vendors to understand and meet product needs* Establish supply chain, develop product specifications for new products* Technical Support of Sales* Technical presentations - Training for new employeesAchievements:* Top Salesperson: 2020* Key Customer, General Motors, Overdrive Award: 2021* Core Values award: 2022

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certificate of Completion in Improving Your Managerial Effectiveness

      American Management Association
      Sept 2013
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    • Certificate of Completion in Fundamentals of Finance and Accounting

      American Management Association
      Feb 2013
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    • Certificate of Completion in Communication Boot Camp

      American Management Association
      Dec 2012
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    • Certificate of Completion in Developing Executive Leadership

      American Management Association
      Aug 2013
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    • Certificate of Completion in Technical Project Management

      American Management Association
      Oct 2012
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  • Volunteer Experience

    • Assistant Scoutmaster

      Issued by Boy Scouts of America on Feb 2014
      Boy Scouts of AmericaAssociated with Jason Cole
    • Den Leader and Pack Committee Chair

      Issued by Boy Scouts of America > Cub Scouts on Aug 2012
      Boy Scouts of America > Cub ScoutsAssociated with Jason Cole
    • Planning Committee and Concession Stand Coordinator

      Issued by Upward Sports, Inc. on Aug 2010
      Upward Sports, Inc.Associated with Jason Cole