Jeff Lackey
About Jeff Lackey
Jeff Lackey serves as the Director of Relationship Management at Sallie Mae, where he manages relationships with educational institutions to improve financial aid and literacy services. He has a background in financial aid and higher education funding, with experience spanning over two decades in various roles across multiple organizations.
Current Role at Sallie Mae
Jeff Lackey currently serves as the Director of Relationship Management at Sallie Mae, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he manages relationships with educational institutions to enhance financial aid and literacy services. His focus includes providing financial wellness resources specifically tailored for students and institutions across seven states in the Western United States.
Previous Experience at Sallie Mae
Prior to his current role, Jeff Lackey worked at Sallie Mae as a Senior Account Executive and Director from 2004 to 2010. During this six-year tenure, he contributed to the company's efforts in education lending and financial aid services, gaining extensive experience in the financial aspects of higher education.
Educational Background
Jeff Lackey studied at Pacific Lutheran University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Education (BAE) with a focus on Social Science and Geosciences from 1995 to 1997. He also attended Peninsula College, achieving an Associate of Arts (AA) degree from 1992 to 1994. His educational background supports his career in financial aid and higher education funding.
Career in Financial Aid Services
Jeff Lackey has a substantial background in financial aid services, having worked in various roles that support higher education funding. He served as the Interim Director of Financial Aid Services at Peninsula College from 2017 to 2019 and as a Financial Aid Administrator at Pacific Lutheran University from 1997 to 2000. His experience spans over two decades, focusing on scholarship options and education lending.
Additional Professional Experience
In addition to his roles in financial aid, Jeff Lackey has held positions in other sectors. He worked as a Market Manager at US Bank from 2011 to 2012, overseeing operations in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. He also served as the Associate Director at Peninsula College from 2015 to 2017 and had a brief stint as a Patient Care Coordinator at Pacific Pulmonary Services from 2010 to 2011.