Jared Picou is a Systems Analyst II at South Central Planning and Development Commission since January 2021, specializing in IT systems related to VoIP, networking, security, and workstations. Previously at Gulf Coast Manufacturing LLC from November 2012 to January 2021, Jared served as Process Development Coordinator, focusing on improving processes through Six Sigma and LEAN methodologies, as well as managing the ISO9001:2015 Quality Management System. Additional roles at Gulf Coast Manufacturing included IT Professional and Project Manager, providing comprehensive IT support and website management. Jared's early career includes work as a Website Testing and Improvement specialist at J.W. Toups Inc., a Software Developer at South Central Planning, and a Parts Room Employee at Gulf Coast Manufacturing. Jared holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems from Nicholls State University.