Jordan Hefferan
About Jordan Hefferan
Jordan Hefferan is a software portfolio product manager at LMI Forge, with a background in project analysis and digital works at GE Aviation. He holds a Master's degree in Predictive Analytics from Northwestern University and has extensive experience in program management and commercial lending.
Current Role at LMI
Jordan Hefferan currently serves in Software Portfolio Product Management at LMI Forge, a position he has held since 2022. Based in Austin, Texas, he focuses on developing software solutions that enhance supply chain resiliency. His work involves defining and developing applications that utilize LogSmart™ Supply to offer on-demand capabilities. Hefferan's role emphasizes creating customer solutions aimed at understanding and mitigating risks associated with contested logistics.
Previous Experience at GE Aviation
Hefferan has extensive experience at GE Aviation, where he held multiple positions from 2013 to 2020. He began as a Project Analyst and Lead Project Planner in Grand Rapids, Michigan, before transitioning to roles in Austin, Texas. He served as Director of Digital Works for three years, followed by a brief tenure as Director of Strategic Flight Analytics Programs. Additionally, he worked as a Senior Operations Digital Product Engineer, contributing to various digital initiatives within the company.
Educational Background
Jordan Hefferan earned a Master’s Degree in Predictive Analytics (Data Science) from Northwestern University, studying from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Finance and Math at Grand Valley State University from 2004 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in product management and analytics.
Leadership Roles
Hefferan has held leadership positions outside of his corporate roles. Notably, he served as Vice President of the Grand Rapids Rowing Association from 2009 to 2014. In this capacity, he contributed to the organization’s strategic direction and community engagement efforts. His leadership experience extends to advisory roles, including a position at Clocr, INC. from 2020 to 2021.
Career Progression and Skills
Throughout his career, Jordan Hefferan has developed a diverse skill set in project management, digital product engineering, and financial analysis. His roles have included significant responsibilities in program management at MapLarge and commercial lending at Lake Michigan Credit Union and Mercantile Bank of Michigan. Hefferan's ability to create customer solutions and manage complex projects reflects his expertise in both technical and financial domains.