Jake Kuhns

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DISC Type : DS

Vice President, Domestic Policy at National Association of Manufacturers - NAM

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Overview

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Personality Overview

Long-Term Thinker

Output-Driven

Dynamic But Sincere

They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.  They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.

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Work History

8-2025
Vice President, Domestic Policy at National Association of Manufacturers - NAM
5-2012 - 8-2025
Director, Federal Government Relations at Cargill
10-2009 - 5-2012
Senior Legislative Assistant at U.S. House of Representatives
10-2007 - 10-2009
Director of Federal Relations at Association of Private Sector Colleges and Universities
10-2008 - 11-2008
Deputy Political Director, Central PA at Obama for America

Education

2009 - 2011
MA from Gonzaga University
1998 - 2003
BA from Penn State University

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Insights For Selling To Jake

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it

DONT's

  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jake is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jake

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jake move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Jake take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Jake

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