Summer Edwards
COO – JDECFS
🧩 Strengths & Profile
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Detail-Oriented: From site planning through to handover, she ensures every project aligns with quality, budget, and timeline expectations.
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Collaborative & Fun-Loving: Known for building rapport—with peers, operators, and project teams—making work not just efficient, but enjoyable.
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Leadership with Energy: Whether guiding facilities teams or partnering with leadership, she fosters motivated teams committed to excellence.
🧠At a Glance
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Noted as a “dynamic, detail‑oriented facilities/project manager”—someone who keeps precision top of mind at every stage of execution.
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Praised for being engaging and enjoyable to work with, balancing professionalism with approachability and energy.
Professional Highlights
JDE Construction & Facility Solutions (Currently COO)
Sweetgreen (5 years)
Academic & Research Background
​Next chapter: joining the company co-founded by her husband, bringing extensive facility and construction management experience to grow the business.
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Excited to leverage her abilities for expansion while maintaining the highest standards of execution.
Played a key role in constructing over 100 restaurant locations, collaborating closely with teams to scale operations swiftly and accurately.
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​Known for hosting creative “blue‑sky” planning sessions that combined strategic foresight with team enthusiasm and strong attention to detail.
Holds a M.S./B.S. in Biomedical Engineering and is advancing toward a Ph.D., focusing on medical imaging and treatment innovations.
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​Demonstrated research engagement: defended her Master’s thesis, won awards (such as 2nd place for a co-authored IEEE student paper), and presented at national conferences like BMES.
🚀 Summed Up
Summer Edwards blends analytical precision with upbeat leadership. She excels in managing complex construction and facility programs, all while making the process engaging for teams. Detail‑driven and personable, she’s ready to elevate JDE’s capabilities with creative energy and a proven track record.
WHY SHE
STANDS OUT
Precision + Execution
Manages hundreds of projects with rigorous attention and follow‑through
Team Energy
Known for fun, upbeat collaboration that drives commitment
Strategic Growth
Transitioning to scale business operations with strategic insight