John Dassou has a diverse work experience in various industries and roles. In 2013, they worked as a Buyer IT Procurement & Sourcing Analyst at Robert Half Technology@ PENTAIR GLOBAL HEADQUARTERS, where they ensured IT sourcing data accuracy and monitored contract obligations. From 2014 to 2015, they served as a Procurement and Sourcing Business Analyst at Adecco. Then, they worked at Minnesota School of Business/Globe University/ as a Teaching Assistant from 2014 to 2017, assisting instructors and students.
From 2015 to 2019, John was a Supply Chain Project Manager at Waste Management, focusing on capital procurement, purchasing, sourcing, and contractual compliance. In 2020, they joined TMP Direct Altruist Group Co. as a Customer Service Representative.
In 2021, John held multiple roles: Operation Optimizer at Energy Network, Account Manager at Med Network, and Associate Legalshield Business Solutions at PPLSI. John also served as a Team Leader at Africa Diaspora Council, Inc (ADC) / Proposed African Diaspora Federal Credit Union (PADFCU) during the same year.
Their most recent roles in 2022 include Supply Chain Program Manager and Global Sourcing Program Manager at The Toro Company. As a Supply Chain Program Manager, John managed program justification, planning, design, and execution. As a Global Sourcing Program Manager, they developed and executed sourcing strategies and plans for commodity categories.
Overall, John Dassou has a wide range of experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain management, customer service, and educational assistance.
John Dassou has a diverse educational background with a focus on theology and management. In 2010, they obtained a Bachelor of Sciences in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting from the Minnesota School of Business. John continued their education at Hamline University, where they earned a Master of Public Administration (M.P.A) degree from 2013 to 2015. From 2015 to 2022, they pursued a Ph.D. in Management & Public Services, specializing in the management of NGOs, public entities, and businesses, as well as services offered to customers and the public.
In 2021, John enrolled in the University of St. Thomas - Saint Paul Seminary School of Divinity and completed a Master of Arts in Theology (MAT) degree. John continued their theological studies at the same institution, working towards a second Master of Arts in Theology (MAT) degree. John is currently pursuing this degree, and the period of study is ongoing.
Additionally, John has obtained additional certifications. In June 2023, they completed the "Foundations of Cybersecurity" course offered by Grow with Google on Coursera. John also obtained a certification in "Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks" from the same institution and platform in the same month and year.
Overall, John Dassou possesses extensive knowledge and expertise in the fields of theology, management, public administration, and business administration.
May, 2021 - present