Jacob Coppedge
Chartering Broker BBC Chartering
Jacob graduated from Texas A&M University at Galveston in 2022 with a Bachelor of Science in Maritime Business Administration. During his time at Texas A&M, he completed internships with Callan Marine, F.H. Bertling Logistics, and BBC Chartering, where he gained hands-on experience and exposure to the maritime and project logistics industry.
Following his internship with BBC Chartering, Jacob joined the company’s trainee program, where he gained experience in both the commercial and operational side of the multipurpose and heavy-lift shipping business. After completing the trainee program, he joined the chartering desk and now works as a Chartering Broker in BBC Chartering’s Houston office, helping customers around the world develop transportation solutions for complex project cargo shipments.
2026 Education Day Sessions
Roundtable Discussions: Becoming Industry Ready: The Unwritten Rules of Building Your Professional Reputation
Continue the conversation in small-group roundtable discussions with industry professionals. Building on the themes explored in the fireside chat, you'll have the opportunity to ask follow-up questions, hear different career journeys, gain tailored advice and practise professional conversations in a relaxed setting. It's the perfect chance to build confidence, expand your network and prepare for your visit to the exhibition floor.
Wednesday 23 September 11:30 - 11:50 NextWave Education Day
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