Garrett Jackson Jackson

Looking back, what are the most valuable skills, tools, or aha-moments you gained at Trachtenberg that you still rely on today?

One of the most valuable things I learned during my time was the power of the Trachtenberg network, and the strategic presence GW has across the region and across industries. Inherently, you would assume there is a strong network, but once you begin to unlock it, you find just how deep and wide our school's influence is among leaders across government, non-profits, and for-profits. 

In what ways did the Trachtenberg community—whether professors, peers, or alumni—support or influence your career?

Multiple professors during my tenure and well after, have provided career advice, guidance, recommendations, sponsorship, and support at various stages of my journey. I think what established and sustains those relationships is a genuine curiosity of our craft, and a commitment to leading with integrity, professionalism and humility.