Jon Jackson, B.B.A.'15, M.A.'16, MBA'17
With not one, not two, but an impressive three degrees from WMU, Jon Jackson is out taking the business world by storm. As a talent management leadership trainee for the Fortune 400 company Republic Services Inc., he is a catalyst for diversity and inclusion, organizational development, learning solutions, employee relations and more.
A former lineman for the Bronco football team, Jackson’s natural ability to lead and collaborate with diverse groups has helped him create inclusive, supportive environments that build a culture of unity in the workplace. Jackson believes leadership comes from developing relationships and setting a vision for tomorrow while executing on that vision today. He hopes to one day lead his own human resource talent team that provides the tools to empower all employees.
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The Triple Threat
Talent Management
Leadership Trainee,
Republic Services Inc. -
Favorite advice:
My brother/mentor once told me, “Success isn’t just about what you accomplish, it’s about what and how you inspire others to accomplish. How you inspire others will affect your success long-term.” -
Favorite Kalamazoo attraction:
Waldo Stadium. The atmosphere is beyond amazing. From experiencing practices and games as a student-athlete to tailgating as an alumnus, it is the first place I go when visiting Kalamazoo.