Jason Collins: Championing Diversity and Inclusion at Extreme Networks

Senior Resident Engineer Jason Collins embodies Extreme Networks’ commitment to inclusivity through his leadership in The Abilities Alliance, an Employee Resource Group supporting employees with disabilities and their caregivers. With over three decades in IT Networking, Collins advocates for diversity and helps colleagues achieve their career goals. Outside work, he serves his community as a firefighter and school board chairman, while enjoying adventurous pursuits like traveling to 49 states and scuba diving with his family. Collins’ journey highlights Extreme Networks’ dedication to empowering every employee to succeed.

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