University Development welcomes Jacob Turner as the new Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations!
Jacob most recently served as the Co-Owner and Vice President of Development for Fitec International, LLC. He oversaw business operations, including sales, logistics, finance, and budgeting, ensuring seamless processes. He led all aspects of import and export operations, maintained relationships with 18 international factories, and navigated tariff changes and global shipping challenges. His two largest client relationships were with Academy Sports and Walmart.
Earlier in his career, he served as a sales representative for BSN Savannah, where he cultivated, sustained, and generated new business opportunities in Coastal Georgia.
Jacob is an Air Force veteran and received his Bachelor of Science in Sports Management with a minor in Coaching from Kennesaw State University.