Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Military Service
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Former football player at US Air Force Academy and coach for elite football organizations
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JAMES A. JACKSON III

Washington

Summary

Award-winning six sigma business strategy and technology professional with exceptional leadership and communication skills. Air Force veteran & NCAA D-1 athlete. 20 years in data-driven product strategy, business insights, and emerging technologies. Fortune 100 management. Track record of consistently exceeding organizational goals and objectives. Selected for McKinsey & Co. Black Leadership Academy. Authorized to work in the US for any employer.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Product Strategy Lead - Enterprise Technology

DigiCert
06.2023 - Current
  • Manage the entire lifecycle of SaaS technology from ideation to launch, delivering high-quality solutions on time and within budget constraints; advisor in new product GTM
  • Drive marketing strategies and programs to bolster company market presence, grow demand and attract new customers.
  • Lead innovation within the organization by identifying untapped opportunities and creating tailored solutions for target markets, resulting in record annual sales and bookings.
  • Champion innovative product development efforts, driving the creation of new revenue-generating technology.


Sr. Product Management, SaaS Technology

F5 Networks
12.2021 - 07.2023
  • Optimized product roadmaps for better alignment with market needs and strategic goals.
  • Managed vendor partnerships for seamless integration of third-party solutions into the product portfolio.
  • Worked with development team on design and requirement management of new and existing products.
  • Identified new business requirements through analyzing market data, customer requirements and competitive offerings
  • Developed comprehensive GTM plans for successful product launches

Product Marketing Director - SaaS Consumer Intelligence

Intrusion, Inc.
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • GTM leader for business and consumer intelligence solutions for rapid growth technology start-up
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient project management techniques.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to complex business challenges, driving operational excellence across departments.

Associate Director - Advanced Technologies

Raytheon Technologies | Forcepoint
01.2016 - 06.2021
  • Software-defined technology business strategy lead in multi-billion dollar pursuits for Fortune 100 company
  • Leadership team member & executive advisor for global technologies; drove strategic alignment for multi-billion dollar business units; customer engagement, thought leadership and consultative sales support for key business initiatives; capture and proposal team leader
  • Six Sigma certified solutions business and technology product leader; managed $7 million budget and lead 2-3 direct reports
  • Oversaw annual budget planning processes, ensuring financial goals were met while maintaining optimal resource allocation across departments.

Product Strategy Director - FinTech

SquareTwo Financial Corp.
08.2013 - 01.2015
  • Directed SaaS product, sales enablement and policy strategy for $500M financial services company
  • Developed B2B strategic planning and created all corporate brand policies & standard operating procedures; directed content strategy for fin tech products to include advanced analytics compliance platforms
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.

Global Marketing & Strategy Consultant - Subscription-based Software and Certifications

UBM Technology Group (Blackhat, Dark Reading, Infoweek, HDI, SupportWorld)
02.2013 - 01.2014
  • Multi-channel B2B/B2C marketing, strategy & demand generation for $1B technology conglomerate
  • Oversaw product development projects from concept through launch while adhering to strict deadlines and budget constraints.
  • Global project management advisor and software/IT product marketing leader for enterprise software & IT certification solutions
  • Contributing writer and thought leader for Support World Magazine; technology, cloud & IT certification solutions

Sr. Director/VP of Marketing & Business Development- Technology & Finance

AT&T Aspire
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Regional engagement leader for finance and technology AT&T corporate social responsibility affiliate organization
  • Developed strong relationships with key industry partners, fostering collaboration and mutual growth opportunities.
  • Increased client base by developing and implementing effective business development strategies.
  • Led change and transformation across business areas to deliver benefits and align company resources.

Management Consultant, Strategy and Business Insights - Technology Sector

Gallup
09.2008 - 01.2010
  • Engaged in the management, impact planning and strategy consulting with Fortune 1000 clients around organizational strategy, customer engagement, marketing and consumer insights
  • Conducted data-driven analyses to identify areas of opportunity for cost reduction and efficiency gains.
  • Advised clients on risk management strategies, mitigating potential threats to their businesses'' stability.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and timely project completion.

Counterintelligence, Cyber and Communications Officer, DoD Consultant

U.S. Air Force
06.1998 - 01.2005

US Air Force

Education

Master of Science - Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning

Arkansas State University, College of Engineering & Applied Science
Jonesboro, AR
05.2025

Executive Certificate in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning -

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Sloan School of Management
Cambridge, MA
12.2018

Executive Certificate in Business Management -

Penn State University, Smeal College of Business
State College, PA
12.2011

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences & Human Factors Engineering

The United States Air Force Academy
Colorado Springs, CO
12.2003

Skills

  • Design thinking
  • Data-driven decision-making
  • Business Modeling
  • Content Strategy
  • Emerging Technologies
  • Technical Management
  • Digital Transformation

Certification


  • ERPM
  • HDI Certification
  • Armed Forces Service Medal Veteran
  • TS/SCI Clearance (exp.); Secret Clearance - pending
  • Raytheon Six Sigma Certification
  • Leadership Development Program (LDP) - Center for Creative Leadership
  • International Association of Business Communicators

Military Service

United States Air Force Officer

Personal Information

Title: Technology & Innovation Professional

Former football player at US Air Force Academy and coach for elite football organizations

Football knowledge - NCAA D-1 Football player; High school football position coach; DeBartolo/Ellit 11 Football coach in Southern California.

Timeline

Product Strategy Lead - Enterprise Technology

DigiCert
06.2023 - Current

Sr. Product Management, SaaS Technology

F5 Networks
12.2021 - 07.2023

Product Marketing Director - SaaS Consumer Intelligence

Intrusion, Inc.
06.2021 - 01.2022

Associate Director - Advanced Technologies

Raytheon Technologies | Forcepoint
01.2016 - 06.2021

Product Strategy Director - FinTech

SquareTwo Financial Corp.
08.2013 - 01.2015

Global Marketing & Strategy Consultant - Subscription-based Software and Certifications

UBM Technology Group (Blackhat, Dark Reading, Infoweek, HDI, SupportWorld)
02.2013 - 01.2014

Sr. Director/VP of Marketing & Business Development- Technology & Finance

AT&T Aspire
01.2010 - 01.2013

Management Consultant, Strategy and Business Insights - Technology Sector

Gallup
09.2008 - 01.2010

Counterintelligence, Cyber and Communications Officer, DoD Consultant

U.S. Air Force
06.1998 - 01.2005

Master of Science - Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning

Arkansas State University, College of Engineering & Applied Science

Executive Certificate in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning -

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Sloan School of Management

Executive Certificate in Business Management -

Penn State University, Smeal College of Business

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences & Human Factors Engineering

The United States Air Force Academy
JAMES A. JACKSON III