Jake Peery, PMP

5610 Conica Ct · Spring, TX 77379 · (281) 733-7980 · jakempeery@gmail.com

Dynamic Project Management Professional with an MBA and over five years of experience leading the development, financial management, and successful execution of multiple businesses and their projects. Highly skilled in managing diverse contract types, with expertise in negotiation, execution, and compliance to drive business growth and ensure operational excellence. A proven communicator and trusted liaison, fostering strong relationships with investors, clients, and vendors. Demonstrates exceptional ability in client acquisition, relationship management, and retention strategies. Expertise spans brand design and development, alongside creating impactful marketing, sales, and fundraising materials. Adept at overseeing all aspects of staff operations, including onboarding, offboarding, scheduling, performance management, and payroll administration.
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Experience

Co-Founder

Mammen & Peery Corp
Austin, TX
Company Portfolio

Co-founded and bootstrapped Mammen & Peery LLC (now Mammen & Peery Technologies, Inc. DBA: Mammen & Peery Corp) in March 2019, overseeing its evolution from a custom automotive design firm to a diversified industrial design and engineering company. Successfully managed the financial growth and operational scaling of multiple subsidiary businesses under the LLC, strategically leveraging internal resources to maximize efficiency across various industries. Led efforts in business development, contract negotiations, and fundraising, securing over $1M in revenue through high-value custom builds and expanding into the US defense sector. Spearheaded the creation of three prototyped defense products, including Prometheus, an AI-integrated IoT security and surveillance system, positioning the company within the Capital Factory portfolio in Austin, TX. Navigated complex investment processes, reaching a pledged seed funding goal of $1.5M while adapting to shifting economic and geopolitical conditions. More information on the products can be found below and in the Mammen & Peery Portfolio.

Agnostic approach to computer vision with agnostic IoT integration that includes both hardware and software as a service.

Lithium-Ion energy system with 0% chance of thermal meltdown that could partially be destroyed while maintaining normal functionality and is over 10x more efficient than its competitors.

Small dog-sized quadruped robot created to be affordable enough to be disposable.

March 2019 - January 2024

Founder

Pellets and Patience BBQ
Austin, TX

Founded and bootstrapped Pellets and Patience BBQ in October 2018, establishing a successful barbecue catering business specializing in responsibly raised pigs and signature pulled pork sandwiches. Oversaw all aspects of business development, from branding and promotional strategies to market positioning and sales growth. Managed menu creation, supply chain logistics, and vendor relationships to ensure high-quality offerings and efficient operations. Solely responsible for client acquisition, contract negotiations, and retention, building a loyal customer base through exceptional service and product excellence. Successfully navigated the challenges of the catering industry, driving sustainable growth while maintaining a commitment to quality and responsible sourcing.

October 2018 - March 2019

Sales Representative, Brewery Production Assistant

Thirsty Planet Brewing Company
Austin, TX

Sales Representative from October 2017 to October 2018. Responsible for all on-premise sales (bars and restaurants) from the north side of sixth street up through Taylor, TX, including Austin, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Hutto, Cedar Park, and Lakeway, TX. Responsible for meeting sales goals, projecting future growth, client acquisition and retention. Coordinated bi-monthly supporting events with clients.

Brewery Production Assistant from January 2015 to October 2017. Titles included Cellarman, Assistant Brewer, Packaging Specialist. Took care of everything post-brewing of beer. Fermentation, filtration, packaging, kegging, etc. Assisted in brewing of core beers. Created, brewed, and cellared recipes for new small batch releases from start to finish.

January 2015 - October 2018

Education

St. Edward's University

Master of Business Administration
Austin, TX
August 2014 - May 2016

Elmhurst University

Bachelor of Arts in Music Business
Elmhurst, IL
August 2008 - May 2012

Certifications

PMP

PMI
August 2024

Skills

Accounting & Compliance
  • Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • GAAP & IFRS Knowledge
  • Revenue Recognition & Accounting Standards
Business & Contract Financial Management
  • Capital Allocation & Resource Optimization
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Compliance & Risk Mitigation
  • Contract Pricing & Negotiation
  • Government & Corporate Contracts
  • Profitability & Margin Analysis
Entrepreneurship & Business Development
  • Bootstrapping
  • Business Development & Market Analysis
  • Contract Negotiation & Vendor Management
  • Fundraising
Financial Strategy & Planning
  • Budgeting & Expense Management
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis
  • Financial Forecasting & Modeling
  • Investment Analysis & Portfolio Management
  • Strategic Financial Planning
Leadership & Team Management
  • Change Management & Organizational Development
  • Coaching & Mentoring
  • Conflict Resolution & Decision-Making
  • Cross-Functional Team Coordination
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
Marketing & Brand Development
  • Brand Development
  • Graphic Design & Web Development
  • Marketing Strategy & Execution
Operational & Performance Metrics
  • Business Valuation & Market Analysis
  • Corporate Treasury & Cash Management
  • Expense Reduction & Efficiency Optimization
  • Financial Risk Assessment & Mitigation
  • KPI Development & Performance Tracking
Process Improvement & Performance Optimization
  • Continuous Improvement & Lean Methodologies
  • Process Standardization & Automation
  • Quality Assurance & Compliance
  • Workflow Optimization & Efficiency Enhancement
Project Management
  • Agile & Traditional Project Management
  • Budgeting & Cost Control
  • Project Planning, Scheduling, & Tracking
  • Risk Assessment & Mitigation
  • SCope Management & Resource Allocation
Strategic & Executive Skills
  • Executive Reporting & Presentation Skills
  • Financial Forecasting & ROI Evaluation

Operating Systems

Office Programs

Programming Languages & Tools

Graphic Design Programs

CAD and Engineering Programs


Portfolios


Interests

•Graphic Design •CAD Design and Engineering •3D Printing, Laser, and CNC Fabrication •Woodworking •Music Composition and Production •Rock Climbing •Strength Training •Cooking •Brewing •Football •Aquaponics •Permaculture •Sustainable Agriculture