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Welcome to ACP AdvisorNet's Virtual Career Event with J&J! Introduce Yourself!

Advisor

Meera Shah New York, NY

Welcome Veterans and J&J Advisors! Take a moment to introduce yourself here. Veterans pop over to our Ask a Question form (https://acp-advisornet.org/questions/ask) and post the questions you have on your career development to get answers from J&J Advisors.

Feel free to private message me with any questions!

4 November 2022 15 replies Career Advancement

Answers

Advisor

Jonathan Ng Morrisville, PA

Hi. I'm Jonathan Ng and I am a manager in Global Consumer Deliver (will transition with Kenvue next year).

I have 7 years with J&J in various roles, also 8 years with automotive components manufacturing (Keywords: Logistics strategy, Quality Systems, Temperature Control, R&D, Supplier Quality, Medical devices, Consumer goods, automotive). Geographically located between Philadelphia and New York City.

I am currently a USAF IMA reservist and have served 15 years Air Force Reserves (18 total service), currently with Defense Intelligence Agency, JB Anacostia-Bolling, DC

Personal notes: Father of 3, wife and 2 dogs; Kids do Scouts, soccer, and basketball

Veteran

Mahesh Panday Hinesville, GA

Hi Team,
I am Mahesh Panday. I am a transitioning US Army. My ETS date is May 11, 2023, but I will available to work from March, 2023. I had a career in Medical Equipment company before I joined US Army. I worked with Abbott and BD as a Quality Engineer. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Regards,
Mahesh Panday

Advisor

Matt Fitzgibbon Warminster, PA

Hello!

This is Matt and I currently work at Janssen Pharmaceuticals. Over my 12+ years at Johnson & Johnson, I've held multiple different roles covering Sales, Sales Training, Marketing, and Marketing Development in both the MedTech space (Ethicon) and Pharma.

I joined J&J directly from active duty (Army) and am happy to help answer questions about your transition and possible career paths!

Advisor

Juan Manco Lithia, FL

Hi All,
Thank you for your service! My name is Juan Manco and I am a part of Johnson & Johnson's Military Veteran Leadership Development Program. I completed rotations in Corporate Business Technology and MedTech Marketing. I am currently in my last rotation serving in J&J Learn (Enterprise Leadership & Development) as Change Management and Communications specialist. I served in the Marine Corps for over 23 years as an engineer, logistician, and strategic planner. I couldn't have asked for a better opportunity than serving within J&J. I look forward to connecting and providing some advice.

Advisor

Frederic Kinkin West Chester, PA

Hi everyone, my name is Fred Kinkin and I work in Supply Chain Procurement in J&J's MedTech sector. I look forward to connecting and answering any questions you might have!

Advisor

Ryan McCool Plymouth Meeting, PA

Hi - I'm Ryan McCool and I served for four years as a Marine Corps Aviation Logistics Officer. I've been at Johnson & Johnson for over 7 years and I work in the supply chain management field. I love to help military members and veterans in their career journey!

Advisor

Kathleen Pear Raritan, NJ

Hi everyone! My name is Kathy Pear. I am a civilian, the mother of a SSGT Marine, and have been a member of the J&J Veterans Leadership Council for many years. I have been with JNJ for over 35 years in a wide variety of Information Technology roles.
I wrote my college thesis paper on "transitioning out of the military" and spent a lot of time researching the process and challenges. I most recently joined the J&J IT Security department. I am so looking forward to connecting today and seeing if I can be of service to you through answering your questions!

Advisor

Bacem Georges Franklin, MA

I am Bacem Georges and have been with J&J for over 20 years in Marketing and Training roles, all in MedTech. I have been part of our Veterans Leadership Council for about 8 years and work with local Veterans agency to help support them locally. I will be more than happy to support in any way i can.

Advisor

Bonnie Holton New Brunswick, NJ

Hi all! I am Bonnie Holton (civilian and member of the J&J Veterans Leadership team). I have been with JNJ for over 23 years now in various Training, Communications and Engagement roles across IT, HR, Procurement, Facilities and Operations. I have served on our Veterans ERG for 10 years as well supporting Veterans and their families, most recently I have set up and run our Military Spouse network where we as a community support our spouses. Looking forward to connecting today and seeing if I can be of service to you through answering your questions!

Advisor

Mike Wall Doylestown, PA

Hi Everyone,

My name is Mike Wall. I work in Finance supporting Capital Strategy and Planning. Excited to help however I can!

Advisor

Marcus Kelley Pennington, NJ

Hi Team,

Thank you for your service! My name is Marcus Kelley and I am a part of Johnson & Johnson's Military Veteran Leadership Development Program. I completed rotations in Corporate Business Technology and Pharmaceutical Marketing. I am currently in my last rotation serving in Global Public Health. I look forward to connecting and helping where I can!

Advisor

Kristina Newell Isle La Motte, VT

Good Morning Team!
My name is Kristina Newell and I work in Commercial Operations and Strategic Enablement for Depuy Synthes Trauma Medical Device (J&J MedTech). I look forward to connecting and help where I can! Thank you all for your service!

Advisor

Tristan Wagner Tampa, FL

Hi All,

Tristan Wagner here and I work in Procurement in Global Services. I help procure materials we need to keep our plants running. Looking forward to helping and ask any procurement or supply chain questions. I'm based in Tampa, Fl so I can talk about this great location as well.

Advisor

Jeff Melbourne Jacksonville, FL

Hi All -
Thank you for your service.
I am Jeff Melbourne and I work in Supply Chain Technology in J&J MedTech sector. Let me know where I can help provide guidance.
Jeff

Advisor

William Shontz Norristown, PA

Hi Team,
My Name is Will Shontz and I work in Marketing at Janssen Pharmaceuticals. I have 20 years in the Army and recently (1 year ago) transitioned to the corporate world. I can offer advice on networking and navigating the transition.

Look forward to helping out fellow Veterans and thank you for your service.

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