Q&A with Jason
How long have you been with Rapids?
Since 2004.
What was your favorite project? Why?
L’ecole Cullinaire Kansas City, Large scale a lot of innovative design elements.
What was your most challenging project? Why?
Same project, 2nd floor of a historic building in very busy high end retail environment
What was your solution?
we used air bags to lift hoods in through second floor windows, at 3 in the morning when the retail was shut down.
What do you like to do on a Sunday afternoon?
Work around the house.
If we gave you next week off, what would you do with your time?
Stay in bed 1 whole day, work on the yard, go out and watch live music.
What was your last “oh my god this is perfect” meal?
Crab Cakes Eggs Benedict at the Grand Old Opry.
What is your best dish?
Smoked Salmon, stuffed Mushrooms
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Professional Experience
Company Name: Rapids & Affiliates
Position: Business Development
Duration: Sep 2016 – Present
Company Name: Rapids & Affiliates
Position: Contract and Design Specialist
Duration: Apr 2010 – Sep 2016
Company Name: Rapids & Affiliates
Position: Operations Manager
Duration: Mar 2003 – Mar 2010
Projects
Education
Degree: Bachelor’s Degree
Field of Study: Mass Communications
Institution: Lindenwood University
Graduation Year: 1996
Certifications
Certification Name: ServSafe
Issuing Organization: NRA
Issue Date: September 2016
Certification Name: CFSP
Issuing Organization: NAFEM
Issue Date: August 2012
Certification Name: FCC License
Issuing Organization: FCC
Issue Date: October 1992
References & Testimonials
“Jason is a true professional. He knows his subject well, he integrates it to our needs and implements it well – even under challenging conditions.
I often ask Jason to go above and beyond, and he does. He can communicate concepts – with a strong sense of their eventual reality. This allows me to make much better decisions during design and construction – and produces a much better product than I could ever accomplish – without him.
He is a critical partner in our success.”
“Jason and I worked on a Culinary School for Vatterott College. He was very knowledgeable about his products and timely and efficient in his delivery of information to our company. I would highly recommend Jason and his company for future projects.”
How about the rest of us?
LET'S FIND YOUR SOLUTION
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