Jason Parkins, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Management Jason Parkins started his career with Tiffin University in 2003 as an adjunct instructor.  Professor Parkins also served as an adjunct instructor for Owens Community College and the University of Findlay for 15 years. In January 2022, Professor Parkins joined Tiffin University as a full-time faculty member in the School of Business, with an emphasis on business management and supply chain curricula.

Prior to a career in academics, Professor Parkins compiled an extensive, diverse background of experience in banking, as well as manufacturing/logistics, with a combined 27 years working for several multinational corporations. During this time, Professor Parkins gained valuable domestic and international real-world experience, which enables him to marry the academic theories with real-life examples, allowing his classroom to be exciting and relevant.

Professor Parkins earned his Ph.D. in Global Leadership and Change in 2023 from Tiffin University and his undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Findlay. Professor Parkins serves as the faculty advisor for the Tiffin University Business Club. He has always been an active member of the community, serving and/or chairing several non-profit Boards. Currently, Professor Parkins is the President of the Seneca County Industrial Management Council. He also serves as a committee member for the annual Black Swamp Scouts Golf Outing and as of the Findlay Hancock County Kiwanis Club. In the past, Professor Parkins was the Board Chair for the National Association of Credit Managers – Tire Manufacturers Division, Board Chair for Hancock Leadership Alumni Board, and Board Chair for the Findlay High School Trojan Club Athletic Boosters Board. Professor Parkins and his wife, Heather, reside in Findlay, Ohio. They have two daughters.