Jason Chesky felt his career path steering toward the real estate and finance industries. Fulfilling himself with the complexities of these industries, Chesky sought a career that would allow him to maintain involvement in insurance, risk management, and investments. Once he dove into real estate, all his interests aligned, with finance accompanying business growth.
Chesky’s career is rooted in his pursuit of a formal education. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the George Mason University School of Management in 2013. Previously, he obtained an Associate of Science in business administration from Northern Virginia Community College.
Time at Logenix International
Chesky currently serves as the vice president and chief financial officer at Logenix International, an international logistics provider for supply chains specializing in essential global health infrastructure development, disaster relief, and security programs worldwide.
Operating in more than 140 countries worldwide, Chesky has significantly contributed to the company’s growth by supporting the establishment of new offices in the UK, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Nigeria, the UAE, India, and the Netherlands, among other countries.
As vice president and chief financial officer, Chesky has utilized his professional and educational background in the real estate market and financial operations to help position Logenix International at the forefront of the logistics industry. His other responsibilities include accounting, financial planning, and reporting throughout the Logenix International network and overseeing human resources, risk management, and information technology.
Previously, Chesky was a senior accountant in corporate real estate services at Long and Foster Real Estate from 2005 to 2013. He then shifted to finance director at Logenix International in 2013, following a decline in the real estate market in the early 2010s.
Finding Success
Participating in Logenix International’s efforts to deliver PPE and medication to developing countries during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021, Chesky has found much success throughout his professional career.
Reflecting on these moments as pivotal to his career, Chesky is equally proud of surviving the economic crash of 2008, which highlights his ability to adapt despite unpredictable and ever-changing landscapes.
Chesky’s other successes include being named among the Top 100 People in Finance in 2019 and being bestowed with the Virginia Business CFO Award in 2023. He attributes his success to the president and chief executive officer of Logenix International. This influential mentor has provided steadfast support and taught him valuable knowledge that he has used in his career.
As he looks ahead, Chesky endeavors to continually grow his career with Logenix International and positively impact the lives of those who reside in developing nations. He advises the next generation or others aspiring to work in his profession to work smarter, not harder.
Understanding time is a valuable resource, Chesky encourages aspiring professionals to find ways to maximize their time and look at the bigger picture to nurture a more prosperous future.
