Tim Ballard has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Tim started their career in the US Army as a Russian Linguist from 1990 to 1994. Tim then worked at The Dow Chemical Company for over 20 years, holding various roles such as Senior Channel Manager, National Account Manager, Regional Sales Director, Senior Sales Director, and Senior Corporate Account Executive. During this time, they managed accounts, developed programs, built relationships, and led sales teams. From 2019 to 2021, Ballard worked at DuPont as the Eastern US Residential Leader and Senior Corporate Account Executive. Tim was responsible for developing partnerships, negotiating programs, and implementing strategic account plans. Following that, they joined Myers Industries as the Director of Sales from 2021 to 2023. Currently, they work at Parksite as the LBM National Program Manager & Tyvek Product Manager.
Tim Ballard has a diverse education history. Tim began their academic journey in 1990 at the Defense Language Institute, where they studied Russian Language for a year. Following this, from 1994 to 1996, they attended the University of Maryland Global Campus, earning an Associates Degree in Business Administration. Subsequently, they enrolled at the University of Virginia and pursued a degree in Marketing/Finance from 1996 to 1998, specializing in Commerce.
In addition to their formal education, Tim has also obtained certifications in Strategic Agility and Strategic Thinking from LinkedIn. Tim completed the Strategic Thinking certification in April 2021 and the Strategic Agility certification in May 2021.
February, 2023 - present