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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Board of Directors
Michael Drexler
Tom Meredith
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.
