Jean Taylor joined Taylor Corporation in 1994. Prior to this Taylor held a leadership position in a global reinsurance intermediary. At Taylor Corporation she served as Vice President for seven years before serving as President in 2001 and as CEO in 2007. Taylor leads the organization's strategic direction. Taylor earned an undergraduate degree from Augsburg College and an MBA from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota. She serves as a Director on the Piper Jaffrey board and is Vice Chair of the Minnesota Early Learning Foundation.
Donna DiMenna joined Taylor Corporation in 2008. She oversees all Human Resources functions with a primary focus on Leadership Assessment and Development. Prior to coming to Taylor Corporation, she spent nine years as senior consultant for Personnel Decisions International (PDI), a worldwide leader in human resources, leadership, and organizational performance consulting. She is an accomplished executive with 15+ years of diverse experience in talent and succession management, customized assessment delivery, leadership development solutions, and strategic organizational management. She is a dynamic and authentic leader with demonstrated ability to create a high performing culture of professionals who provide a competitive advantage to a wide range of global clients. DiMenna received her doctorate in psychology from the University of St.Thomas in St. Paul, MN.
Jeff Eccles joined Taylor Corporation in 1984. He has held a variety of leadership positions throughout the organization, including a position at Carlson Craft where he began his career with Taylor Corporation. After serving in a variety of leadership roles across the organization, in 2000 Eccles moved into a VP of IT role at Taylor Corporation, where he was responsible for technology strategies. Eccles' responsibilities now as CIO include overall leadership of technology and information services that span the organization. Eccles has an associates degree from SCTC. Eccles serves on the board and best practices committee for the Metropolitan YMCA in Minneapolis.
Ron Hoffmeyer has worked for Taylor Corporation and its companies for over twenty-five years. Hoffmeyer started his career with Carlson Craft, and has served in numerous leadership roles utilizing his sales, operations and general management skills. In his current role as EVP, Hoffmeyer is responsible for working directly with a number of our businesses and has overall responsibility for large customers. Hoffmeyer earned his undergraduate degree at Minnesota State University and his MBA at Pepperdine University.
Greg Jackson has worked with and represented Taylor Corporation for more than 20 years. He currently serves as Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel for Taylor Corporation. In this role he oversees corporate services including administration, legal, sourcing, risk management, safety and environmental and more. Jackson is also responsible for organization-wide strategic functions including community relations. Jackson received his undergraduate degree from Pilsbury College and his J.D. from University of Minnesota Law School. He serves on the Bethany College President's Advisory Council.
Tom Johnson joined Taylor Corporation in 2002. Prior to Taylor Corporation Johnson served as a Vice President for a Fortune 500 company where he acquired nearly 20 years of experience in financial management and analysis. As CFO, Johnson is responsible for financial oversight, including accounting, tax, treasury and investments. Johnson received his undergraduate degree from St Cloud State University and his MBA from Cardinal Stritch University. Johnson serves as Co-Chair of the Greater Mankato Economic Development Intercity Leadership Visit Committee and on the Board of Directors at Immanual St Joseph Hospital.
Steven Singer joined Taylor Corporation in 1996 when Amsterdam Printing became part of the Taylor Corporation family of companies. Singer served as the President of Amsterdam nine years prior to joining Taylor. At Taylor, Singer has served in a variety of leadership roles, including Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Portfolio Officer. In his current role as EVP, Singer focuses on helping businesses identify and capitalize on market opportunities and explore new areas of growth. He received his undergraduate degree from Hamilton College. Singer currently serves on the board of Rockler Corporation.
Colleen Willhite joined Taylor Corporation in 2008. Prior to joining the organization Willhite served most recently as VP and General Manager at Imation. She brings to Taylor Corporation extensive experience and success in operational leadership, process improvement and corporate services. As EVP, Willhite has responsibility for advancing operational processes across the organization. Willhite has a bachelors degree from the University of Minnesota and a MBA from the University of St. Thomas. Willhite serves as Vice Chair on the Board of Directors for WomenVenture.