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Jordan Ramer '95, Director of Business Development, AeroVironment
Jordan Ramer '95What keeps me busy? Where do I it?
I am focused on bringing clean/energy related technologies to market. I believe we are at a crossroads, where global warming, environmental awareness, escalating energy costs, and the need for energy independence have created pent up demand for technologies that address these issues. I have spent the last five years helping to build a company in the clean/energy technology industry and hope to continue to influence and impact this sector for the foreseeable future.

What's my competitive edge/what makes me good at what I do?  
I try to think ahead. Hard work and just being smart are not enough these days. Vision, adaptability, and perseverance (much of what Skidmore helped me to formalize and develop with its liberal arts education) have become my competitive edge.

What gets me out of bed in the morning? 
In addition to the light coming through my bedroom window and my wife waking me up, a drive for change and new things.

Right now, I am working on.....  
A bunch of things. I am helping to launch one of my company's products into the European and Asian markets. This puts me on the road regularly meeting with customers, partners, and potential employees.

I'm also managing the launch of a new set of information technology products.

If I weren't doing this, I'd be........
Traveling, staying physically active, volunteering my time, pursuing other entrepreneurial opportunities.

Where I want to be in five years.....
I'd like to continue to be a part of starting and growing businesses. Ultimately, I would like to be an investor in clean/energy technology companies or running my own company within the space.

What I would like to get from SBN..... 
I'd like to connect with others and expand my network.

What I have to offer SBN.....
I enjoy connecting with like-minded people and I can't think of a better group than Skidmore Alums. I'm happy to help any Skidmore folks with career guidance, business ventures, information, or anyway I can.

Fondest Skidmore memory.......
Too many to choose from..