BIO

Following four years of service as a military officer, Jerry began his career in the chemical industry in 1987 with Unocal Chemical. The ensuing eight years brought experience in the chemical distribution arena where he progressed through varying roles including sales management, corporate accounts and district management. In 1995, Jerry joined Henkel Chemical Management as Director of Business Development. In 1999, he began a decade long tenure with JLM Industries culminating with seven years as Vice President of Sales over the company’s phenol and acetone business. Prior to joining The Plaza Group, he spearheaded the grass roots development of commerce in the South East Region for Thatcher Company.

EDUCATION

Jerry graduated with honors from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business and he earned his Masters in Business Administration from Bowling Green State University where he attended under a Teaching Assistantship.