Jonathan Pressley

Jonathan Pressley has extensive work experience in finance and operations management. Jonathan started their career at Marine Corps Systems Command as a General Engineer, where they were responsible for budget development and oversight of research and development projects. Jonathan then joined DCS Corp as an Operations Manager, where they mentored and coached engineers on the Department of Defense acquisition process. After that, Jonathan worked at Coca-Cola Refreshments as a Business Leadership Associate, leading initiatives to improve vending operations and developing business cases for strategic projects. Jonathan then moved to The Coca-Cola Company, where they held various roles including Financial Services Manager and Sr. Manager of Financial Operations. In these positions, they conducted valuations, provided decision support, and managed forecasting and planning activities. Jonathan later joined Staples as a Sr. Manager, leading innovation and transformation initiatives, as well as financial planning and analysis. Currently, they are working at Apex Tool Group, LLC as a VP of Finance, overseeing global power tools and directing finance operations.

Jonathan Pressley has a strong educational background, with degrees from three prestigious universities. Jonathan began their higher education journey at the University of South Carolina, where they earned their Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering in the year 2004. After completing their undergraduate studies, Jonathan went on to pursue a Master's degree in Systems Engineering at the University of Virginia. Jonathan attended this institution from 2005 to 2007. Following this, Jonathan further deepened their knowledge by pursuing an MBA from Vanderbilt University - Owen Graduate School of Management. Jonathan specialized in Finance, Accounting, and Operations and completed this program in 2009.