The Industry Advisory Board (IAB) ensures that the Tauber Institute stays at the forefront of operations and responds quickly to industry needs. Offering guidance and support consistent with the program's mission and objectives, the IAB actively assists Tauber in achieving its academic and research goals through industry leadership, cooperation, feedback, and acquisition of financial support. The industry leaders below serve on the IAB.
Jason Clark is Vice President - Boeing Commercial Airplane, Fabrication, and Supply Chain Engineering.
Since joining Boeing in 1997, Jason has held numerous leadership roles. Prior to his current position, he was vice president and general manager of the Boeing 777 airplane program. He led the 747-8 Interiors team as the integrated product team leader and chief engineer, responsible for the design, integration, build, and certification of the aircraft interior. He has also served as 777 Freighter deputy program manager, 777 Freighter build integration leader, 777 design engineering and integration, 787 design engineering, Supplier Management, and 767 Production/Operations.
Jason earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Western Washington University in manufacturing engineering and subsequently earned three master’s degrees in Business and Engineering from Washington State University and the University of Michigan (MSE-IOE and MBA). Jason serves on the Industry Advisory Board of the Tauber Institute for Global Operations at the University of Michigan.
Jason is actively involved in his community, participating in activities with Boy Scouts of America. He has been a Board Member for Hopelink and has represented Boeing as an executive focal to Washington State University.
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