He has contributed significantly to industry literature with several articles about the adhesives and sealants industry.
JACKSONVILLE, FL, August 14, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Marc Jackson has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Jackson is a noteworthy leader in the chemical industry, currently serving as the president and chief executive officer of Teckrez, LLC. in Jacksonville, Florida, since 2023. Primarily responsible for the strategic direction of the business, he also handles the development of new products and business lines, managing key customer and supplier relationships, and fostering a positive company culture while promoting creative problem-solving. Moreover, Mr. Jackson oversees the company's daily operations, profit, and loss, providing leadership, management, and accountability to his team and removing any obstacles or barriers that will prevent them from achieving their goals.
Before Mr. Jackson took over as the chief executive officer of Teckrez, LLC, he ran the company in partnership with its founder, Tom Eckhardt. Mr. Eckhardt transitioned to a consultancy role, and in 2023, the two decided to formalize an arrangement where Mr. Jackson would take his place. Teckrez, LLC. is recognized as a leading chemical private label distribution company specializing in tackifier resins, which are the substances responsible for making tapes sticky, and specialty monomers, which include ingredients used to produce adhesive and paint.
Before stepping into his current role, Mr. Jackson was the president of Teckrez from 2018 to 2023. During this period, he played a significant role in helping the business grow from $11 million per year to $70 million per year through organic growth and no acquisitions. His leadership was instrumental in driving this remarkable expansion.
Mr. Jackson also found success as a business vice president for North America at Melrob Ltd. between 2012 and 2018, growing the business from 0 to over $9 million. From 2011 to 2012, he was the director of strategic accounts at Arizona Chemical, responsible for managing key client relationships and driving sales strategies. Earlier in his career, Mr. Jackson held progressive roles with Arizona Chemical between 1996 and 2011 and Ciba Specialty Chemicals from 1990 to 1996.
Due to participation on technical project teams, Mr. Jackson secured several patents. He has also contributed significantly to industry literature with several articles about the adhesives and sealants industry.
Mr. Jackson's academic background includes a Bachelor of Science in biology from Drexel University in Philadelphia in 1988 and a Master of Science in management of technology from New York University in New York City in 1993.
Beyond his professional life, Mr. Jackson is actively involved in civic organizations. He volunteers with the MaliVai Washington Youth Foundation, Big Brothers Big Sisters and previously served on the board of directors for the National MS Society's North Florida chapter from 2010 to 2013. In recognition of his community service, Mr. Jackson was named Big Brother Big Sister Mentor of the Year for North Florida in 2009.
Mr. Jackson is married to Ann Tiefenthaler, and they have two daughters, Emily and Cara Jackson. Ms. Tiefenthaler has played a significant role in the growth of both Melrob Ltd and Teckrez, LLC. She has managed customer service and back-office operations in both ventures.
Mr. Jackson's dedication to his work and community reflects his commitment to openness, honesty, transparency, and a forward-thinking approach. He attributes his success to his core values and strong work ethic, prioritizing job completion and always following through on his commitments.
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