Jake Knecht

Jake Knecht is a professional currently working as a Market Representation Specialist at Ford Motor Company.1 He is based in Overland Park, Kansas, United States.1

Education and Achievements

Jake holds an MBA from Willamette University.1 During his academic career, he demonstrated excellence in both academics and extracurricular activities:

• He was recognized by the National Football Foundation's Hampshire Honor Society in July 2013 for maintaining a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 throughout his collegiate career while playing football.1
• In April 2012, he received the Campus Life Award from Willamette University for his outstanding leadership and contribution to the Interfraternity/Panhellenic Council or an individual chapter.1
• As a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity, Jake achieved the highest GPA (3.84) in his junior year and was awarded the 2012 Highest GPA Award.1
• He also received the 2012 Outstanding New Member Award from Sigma Alpha Epsilon for demonstrating exceptional initiative and leadership.1

Athletic Accomplishments

Jake was a talented football player during his time at Willamette University:

• He was named to the First Team All Northwest Conference as a receiver in November 2011.1
• Jake tied the Willamette University single-game record with four touchdown catches against Lewis & Clark College on November 5, 2011.1
• He led the Bearcats in pass receiving with 35 catches for 679 yards and eight touchdowns, averaging a team-high 19.4 yards per catch.1

Skills

Jake is proficient in Spanish, which is listed among his language skills on his LinkedIn profile.1