Ian Theilacker
About Ian Theilacker
Ian Theilacker serves as the Chief of Staff at Petra in San Francisco, California, a position he has held since 2021. He has a diverse background in engineering and operations, having worked at various companies including Bumblebee Spaces and Instrumental Inc.
Work at Petra
Ian Theilacker has served as Chief of Staff at Petra since 2021. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing various operational aspects of the organization. His tenure at Petra has lasted for three years, during which he has contributed to the strategic direction and operational efficiency of the company. Petra is located in San Francisco, California, where Ian continues to apply his expertise in management and operations.
Previous Experience at Bumblebee Spaces
Before joining Petra, Ian Theilacker worked at Bumblebee Spaces in two capacities. He first served as Director of Operations from 2020 to 2021, where he managed operational strategies. Prior to that, he held the position of Operations Engineer from 2019 to 2020, focusing on improving operational processes. Both roles were based in San Francisco, California.
Engineering Background and Experience
Ian Theilacker has a diverse engineering background, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. He was a Mechanical and Sales Engineer at Instrumental Inc. from 2017 to 2019, and he has held freelance mechanical engineering positions at Sennheiser, Seva Coffee, and Nebia. His early career included engineering co-op positions at 24M Technologies and Meccanotecnica Riesi srl, where he gained practical experience in engineering.
Education in Mechanical Engineering
Ian Theilacker earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University. His studies spanned from 2010 to 2014, providing him with a solid foundation in engineering principles and practices. This educational background has supported his career in various engineering and operational roles.
Co-Op Experience at Apple
During his academic career, Ian Theilacker completed a co-op position as a Supply Base Engineer at Apple in 2013. This role lasted for five months and took place in Cupertino, California. The experience at Apple contributed to his understanding of supply chain management and engineering processes.