Jade Crittenden is the Global Director of Operations for CorporateConnections. Jade received his MBA from Thunderbird School of Global Management. Upon graduation, he started his career in international development where he helped open international markets for U.S. based manufacturing companies. Shortly after his international stint, he began his entrepreneurial journey by starting several businesses over the next 12 years where he served as President & CEO. He then worked in the non-profit sector for the March of Dimes for 5 years in the roles of Director of Operations and Regional Controller. And prior to joining CorporateConnections, he worked as the Director of Business Operations for a residential/commercial inspection company and an IT Data Consulting firm. When not at work, Jade and his wife enjoy hiking with their and dog in the Blue Ridge Mountains, traveling, running and reading good books.