Mr. Iman-Jones has shared a comprehensive overview of his methods in “The Mission Is Not Impossible,” published in Equal Opportunity Magazine, and he is currently completing a book manuscript.
PHILADELPHIA, PA, March 21, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ — Akeem Cleve Iman-Jones is a distinguished biographee of Marquis Who’s Who. He was recently spotlighted in New York City’s Times Square on a 22-story screen that is passed by an estimated 1.5 million people daily. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are chosen from among a pool of the most prominent professionals and are selected based on current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are considered during selection.
In 2023, Mr. Iman-Jones founded The M.I.N.I. Consulting Firm through which he offers expert consultancy services regarding general business strategies and organizational effectiveness, as well as mergers and acquisitions, executive coaching, and employee relations, including in the union context. Known as a transformational leader and a well-established expert in workforce planning models, Mr. Iman-Jones contributes significantly to partnerships and technical talent development. He also collaborates with senior leaders of distinct divisions via a deep understanding of using analytics to drive strategy. Ultimately, Mr. Iman-Jones’ capabilities are centered on simplification, accountability, and integrity.
Mr. Iman-Jones brings ample corporate experience to his role as a principal at The M.I.N.I From 2020 to 2023, he contributed to The Boeing Company as the vertical lift division’s human resources director and site leader. In this critical role, he oversaw the workforce strategies across two sites that accommodate 9,000 employees, prioritizing people-focused policies, processes, and programs and installing productive compensation initiatives. Notably, Mr. Iman-Jones also promoted effective diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and thrived in the collaborative development of leadership advancement programs.
Mr. Iman-Jones boasts exceptional academic accomplishments, including a Master of Business Administration in human resources from Central Michigan University and a Bachelor of Business Administration in human resources and liberal arts from Urbana University in Ohio. He initiated his career with American Family Insurance as a regional employee relations specialist in 1999 before accepting the director of human resources and specialty products title with Nationwide Insurance Company in 2005. Mr. Iman-Jones subsequently transitioned to Cardinal Health, where he was named the director of human resources in 2009.
The Boeing Company welcomed Mr. Iman-Jones in 2013, and he excelled as the human resources director of global sales and marketing, strategy, and communications through 2016 when he progressed to an appointment as the director of human resources and site leader for Boeing South Carolina. The firm then relocated Mr. Iman-Jones to its Chicago installation where he was gratified to accept a position as the human resources director and global merger and acquisition leader, where he thrived from 2019 to 2021.
Mr. Iman-Jones has been recognized for his varied achievements and is humbled to have been featured in prestigious magazines and media outlets. He also accepted an award from The Boeing Company for his efforts in implementing diversity programs, and Mr. Iman-Jones was proud to have been included in a Marquis Who’s Who Top Executives compilation.
In addition to an accumulation of vital professional experience across varied industries, including insurance, health care, and aerospace, Mr. Iman-Jones attributes his professional advancement thus far to an innate adaptability and his comfort with risk-taking. Moreover, he successfully forges personal and professional connections through innovative means, which has enabled him to make a more significant impact in the corporate context and his community. The influence of distinguished mentors has also shaped Mr. Iman-Jones’ profile, including his mother, who offered moral and spiritual guidance; Dr. Sharon Lamm-Hartman, who helped him solidify his unique voice; and Gayle King, who encouraged Mr. Iman-Jones to be an inquisitive and creative leader.
Seeing others realize their potential and grow personally and professionally is most rewarding for Mr. Iman-Jones; thus, he remains committed to inspiring individuals through dedicated mentorship. Notably, he endeavors to advance the representation and opportunities of underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities. He is also sustained by important family and community relationships and credits both to his success. Looking toward the future, he aims to continue educating others about the power of self-preservation through channels that may include an adjunct professorship focusing on international business or human resources and a participatory role in executive coaching and public speaking engagements. Additionally, Mr. Iman-Jones has shared a comprehensive overview of his methods in “The Mission Is Not Impossible,” published in Equal Opportunity Magazine, and he is currently completing a book manuscript.
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