Jason Arend

Jason Arend is an accomplished technology and creative professional with extensive experience in leadership, product design, and marketing. As a Founding Board Member and Past Vice President of the Springfield Tech Council, Jason played a pivotal role in merging MATA and AITP, fostering relationships to enhance organizational sustainability. Jason's work as President of the Mid-America Technology Alliance focused on advocating for STEM education and supporting the technology sector. With a strong background in product design, Jason served as Chief Creative Officer at Hearo and Co-Founder and CEO of Eagle Speak, where Jason led the company from inception to acquisition. Previous roles include VP of Product Design at Mycra Telemedicine, Director of Media at PFI Companies, and teaching positions at Ozarks Technical Community College, reflecting Jason's multifaceted expertise in creative and technical disciplines. Educational qualifications include degrees in Electronics Technology and Computer Science, as well as Electronic Media Production from Ozarks Technical Community College.