Jim Coffey
About Jim Coffey
Jim Coffey serves as the Global Transformational Solutions Manager at Black Box International, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in network connectivity solutions and has held various roles in the telecommunications industry over several decades.
Work at Black Box International
Jim Coffey has been serving as the Global Transformational Solutions Manager at Black Box International since 2021. In this role, he focuses on providing innovative solutions to enhance network and connectivity services. Prior to this position, he worked as a Global IT System Integrator for six months in 2020. His responsibilities included managing complex IT systems and ensuring seamless integration of services. Additionally, he briefly held the position of Account Manager in 2020, where he contributed to client relationship management in the New England region.
Coaching Experience
Since 2021, Jim Coffey has been involved with The Great Blizzards of Massachusetts as a Coach. He operates out of The Bog in Kingston, Massachusetts, where he applies his leadership skills to develop young athletes in ice hockey. His coaching role complements his extensive background in sports and showcases his commitment to youth development in athletics.
Professional Background in Telecommunications
Jim Coffey has a robust history in the telecommunications sector, having worked at Verizon Business Markets from 2017 to 2020. His roles included Senior Sales Account Manager and Sr. Client Executive, where he managed client relationships and sales strategies in the New England area. Prior to Verizon, he spent 25 years at Verizon Wireless & NYNEX Mobile, holding various positions including Corporate Account Manager and International Marketing Director. His experience spans multiple regions, including Boston, New York, Rhode Island, and Germany.
Education and Certifications
Jim Coffey holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Eastern Nazarene College, which he completed between 2000 and 2009. He also studied at the New England Water Works Association, where he achieved certifications in Backflow Prevention Device Testing and Cross Connection Surveyor. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in network solutions and management.
Specializations and Expertise
Jim Coffey specializes in Private Circuit Connectivity solutions, collaborating with major cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, and IBM. He has a strong focus on integrating VOIP, MPLS, and SDWAN technologies to enhance network performance. His expertise also includes Wireless Backup and Redundancy solutions, ensuring reliability in network operations. Additionally, he provides CPE Equipment solutions, which improve customer premises equipment capabilities.