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ReMarkets

Leadership Team

Jake Player

Chief Executive Officer

Jake Player is the CEO of ReMarkets and a Board of Directors Member. He has over 20 years of industry experience, including leadership positions at Dell, TechTurn, and Arrow Electronics. He has experience in Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Services, Supply Chains, and Mergers & Acquisitions. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Hampden-Sydney College, and an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin. He enjoys fishing, hiking, golf, and reading.

jake.player@remarkets.com

Kim Jensen

SVP, Global Head of Revenue

Kim Jensen is the SVP, Head of Revenue. His career in the industry dates back to 1998. In 2004, he co-founded Greentech, a leading Nordic ITAD, that was acquired by Arrow Electronics, Inc. (Fortune #109) in 2013. He has education from The Royal Norwegian Naval Academy and Harvard Business School. He is dedicated to volunteering in children’s sports, enjoys playing golf and traveling with his family.

kim.jensen@remarkets.com

Joel Dawson

SVP, Head of Global Operations & HR

Joel Dawson is the SVP, Global Operations and Human Resources. Joel has 15 years of Operations, Human Resources and M&A leadership experience across, Bio Tech, High Tech and Data Center industries. He holds a bachelors degree from Columbia College. He enjoys fishing, reading and traveling with his family.

joel.dawson@remarkets.com

Jerry Lambert

VP, Information Technology

Jerry Lambert has over 30 years of experience in technology management and product development. He has held leadership positions at Verify Systems, Karma, Mobility,  Digital Equipment, Excel Communications and Digital Networks among others. Jerry’s expertise spans real-time data systems,  telecom technologies, executive management and high-tech startups.   He has a proven track record in AI/LLM integration, AWS migrations, cybersecurity, ERP deployment, and driving innovation.

 

Jerry holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Information Systems from Stephen F. Austin University. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys spending time with his family, photography and volunteer work.

jerry.lambert@remarkets.com

Sara Ruiz

Compliance & Facilities Director

Sara Ruiz is the Compliance & Facilities Director of ReMarkets. She has been in the EQH&S industry for more than twelve years, assessing employee and client needs. Her core competencies include management of procedures and compliance to the R2 (Responsible Recycling), TCEQ, EPA and ISO standards with pertinent federal, state and local regulations. When not enjoying the live music scene in Austin, Sara likes the outdoors and gardening.

sara.ruiz@remarkets.com

Katherine McCormick

HR Director

Katherine McCormick is the HR Director at ReMarkets, boasting over 20 years of experience in the reverse logistics/tech industry. Her expertise spans HRIS development, employee relations, payroll & benefits administration. Katherine is also dedicated to developing HR foundations for startups and young companies. She earned her BA from Texas State University and enjoys baking and traveling.

katherine.mccormick@remarkets.com

Board of Directors

Michael Drexler

Michael Drexler is the Chief Strategy Officer and a Managing Director at Brightstar. He currently serves on the board of ReMarkets and America’s Group, both Brightstar portfolio companies.

Prior to joining Brightstar, Michael was Managing Director and Global Head of Strategy and Business Transformation at J.P. Morgan Asset Management based in New York.

Tom Meredith

Tom Meredith is a Partner at Brightstar Capital Partners and serves as Board Chair of ReMarkets. He is also serves as Vice Chair of Likewize.​​

Tom’s career spans more than 35 years and includes extensive experience in corporate finance, manufacturing, finance operations, and global financial markets.

Andrew Weinberg

Andrew Weinberg is Founder & CEO and Member of Brightstar Capital Partners and serves on the board of ReMarkets. Additionally, he currently serves as Board Chair of Likewize and QualTek, and as Co-Chair of America’s Group. Andrew also serves on the boards of InfraServ US and Texas Water Supply Company, all Brightstar portfolio companies.

Yue Xi

Yue Xi is a Principal at Brightstar. He currently serves on the board of ReMarkets and America’s Group, both Brightstar portfolio companies. Yue’s responsibilities include evaluating investment opportunities, performing transaction due diligence, and working with management teams to implement operational and growth strategies.