Jake Palka

Jake Palka has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Jake started their career at Pama Exteriors in 2009, where they worked in New Business Development and Sales until 2012. Jake then joined Lakeside Legacy Foundation as an Event Specialist from an unspecified start date until August 2013. In 2014, Jake joined RITA Corporation, initially working as a Logistics Coordinator for a few months before transitioning to the role of Buyer/New Product Development. In this role, they were responsible for international and domestic procurement of raw materials for the personal care and specialty chemical industry. Jake also developed strategic partnerships with suppliers worldwide and contributed to the growth of long-term relationships and the development of new products and technologies. Finally, in January 2021, they were promoted to Director of Finance at RITA Corporation.

Jake Palka's education history begins with their enrollment at Columbia College of Missouri, where they pursued a Bachelor of Science in Management with a focus on Business Administration and Management. The exact dates of their attendance at this institution are unknown. Following this, from 2006 to 2010, Jake attended the University of Iowa, where they concentrated on Business Administration and Management, but did not earn a specific degree. Finally, in 2016 and 2017, they attended DePaul University and obtained a Certificate in Supply Chain Management and Logistics, with a field of study in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management.