Jackie Matelski

Alt Job Title: “Arbiter of Jokes”

“I enjoy creating systems to keep things organized. And occasionally making jokes.”

Jackie has been with TDS since May 2017, and in her time here she has worn many hats! Currently, she’s helping within the sales and marketing departments. Jackie also owns and operates a small ceramics company, Toast Ceramics, established in 2012.

Having this small business experience teaches her the back end of operations and marketing. Creating systems to help things run smoothly is crucial to her business and gives her unique skills to assist TDS. In addition to her business knowledge, Jackie is passionate about her home and creating efficient and functional spaces without sacrificing unique style. She’s done a lot of her home improvements herself and finds air-sealing and insulating fascinating!

Jackie grew up in Wisconsin and has learned to appreciate its under-the-radar quality to other places she’s lived and traveled. In her spare time, she likes to hike with her partner and dogs around the country, garden in her large flower and vegetable beds, and create with her hands—from making pottery and reupholstering furniture, to cooking meals, and installing flooring.

What do you value about TDS as a company? What makes you proud to work here? 

The focus on sustainability and flexible mindset of the company and my co-workers is what sets us apart and makes me proud to work at TDS.

Favorite tool (power tool or otherwise): 

Multi-tool, such a handy thing.