Rensselaer’s Eddie Jackson Named Communicator of the Year

Eddie Jackson, associate director for small business procurement services in Rensselaer’s Procurement and Administrative Services Department, has been named the Neil D. Markee Communicator of the Year by the National Association of Educational Buyers (NAEB). The award acknowledges individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the higher education purchasing profession through the written or spoken word.

The honor was presented at a luncheon on May 6 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Jackson was recognized for his contributions to the NAEB’s journal, listserv and archives; his assistance in guiding his colleagues at other institutions through federal procurement regulations; and his work coordinating special interest groups for federally funded procurement matters, among others.

“I’m extremely pleased that the NAEB has recognized Eddie’s efforts,” said Paul Martin, director of small business procurement services, and Jackson’s supervisor. “His work has really raised the standards and capabilities of this national professional organization.”

“To be the recipient of one of the three NAEB awards presented this year was indeed a thrill,” said Jackson. “The award, however, also honors Rensselaer. Without the support and encouragement from my institution, this recognition would not have been possible.”

Prior to coming to the university in 1987, Jackson held positions in various procurement capacities for General Electric.

The NAEB is a worldwide association serving purchasing professionals employed by colleges, universities, K-12 school districts, research laboratories, and not-for-profit healthcare institutions. Founded in 1921, NAEB has 19 regional groups throughout the U.S., with headquarters in New York.