Jef Cotham
About Jef Cotham
Jef Cotham is a Retail Merchandiser with a diverse background in education and security training. He has held various roles, including Training Specialist at the US Department of Homeland Security and Instructor at Mesalands Community College.
Current Role at Advantage Solutions
Jef Cotham has been serving as a Retail Merchandiser at Advantage Solutions since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for various sales and marketing initiatives across multiple states, including Arkansas, Missouri, and Texas. His work involves collaborating with retail partners to optimize product placement and enhance customer engagement.
Previous Experience at US Department of Homeland Security
Cotham worked at the US Department of Homeland Security in two capacities. He served as a Training Specialist for seven months from 2003 to 2004, focusing on training programs. Following this role, he became a Supervisor from 2004 to 2007, where he managed training and development initiatives related to security procedures and threat detection.
Educational Background
Jef Cotham holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the University of Central Arkansas, where he studied Economics from 1991 to 1993. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration and Management from Lyon College, studying from 1987 to 1991. Additionally, he obtained a Certificate in Business Ethics from the UNM Anderson School of Management, focusing on Education and Organizational Best Practices.
Teaching and Program Development Experience
Cotham has a background in education, having taught college and university courses in cultural awareness and entrepreneurship. He worked as an Instructor at Mesalands Community College from 2007 to 2013, where he contributed to program development and adult education. His expertise includes extensive experience in threat-detection training and security procedures training.
Skills and Certifications
Jef Cotham possesses skills in English-Spanish translation and conversational Spanish. He also holds an Arkansas Real Estate Sales License, having studied Principles of Real Estate at Lyon College. His background includes creative and technical writing, as well as editing, which complements his diverse professional experience.