The 2026 Rising Stars of the Profession: Jared Hamula

Jared Hamula is a dynamic strategy leader whose rapid rise at PlatinumBlack reflects both his analytical rigor and his ability to turn complex business challenges into clear, actionable strategies. He joined PlatinumBlack as a Strategy Senior Associate in 2024 after serving as a Management Consultant at McMann & Ransford, where he led go‑to‑market development, product messaging and cross‑functional implementation efforts for high‑growth technology and health care clients. His earlier experience includes strategic integration work at KPMG and conducting market, operational, and financial analyses across global stakeholder groups. At PlatinumBlack, Jared quickly distinguished himself through his structured problem‑solving, client leadership, and ability to elevate both messaging and strategic frameworks across major accounts. His work spans market modeling, sales enablement and thought‑leadership, consistently strengthening PlatinumBlack's strategic output and client impact.

Recognized for his leadership, clarity of thought and commitment to excellence, Jared was promoted to Manager at the end of 2025. Today, he is known not only for the quality of his strategic work but for the mentorship, composure, and integrity he brings to every engagement. Jared holds a Master of Accounting from Rice University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Finance from Brigham Young University.