Service Before Self
A continuing legacy of service. JETY Inc. started as an idea during a campfire talk between best friends. After 25 years of service in uniform, James wanted to continue serving by creating and leading a small business specializing in engineering consulting and construction management for federal agencies that provide vital services to the American people.
Why the JETY name?
James wanted a quick and snappy acronym, JETY stands for James Earl Tenty Yare. Being proud of his Scottish heritage, James selected two words from Scottish to best describe how JETY core values are realized in how we serve our customers and approach each project.
Tenty (or tentie) is a Scottish adjective meaning attentive, watchful, or cautious. It is often used to describe someone who is alert or careful, typically to avoid danger or seize an opportunity. The term is historically rooted in Scots literature, frequently appearing in the works of Robert Burns. Merriam-Webster
Key Details About Tenty:
Definition: Watchful, alert, guarded, or circumspect.
Origin: Scottish, derived from tent (to tend/watch) + -y.
Usage Example: "I warn ye now, ye best be tenty".
YARE, adj., int. Also yair. [jer]
I. adj. Ready, alert, prepared, prompt (Sc. 1825 Jam.); eager, keen; agile, nimble (Knr. 1949). Also used adv. Adv. yarely. Chiefly in liter. usage. Obs. or dial. in Eng.
JETY believes business goals and empowering people are not only compatible, but essential for a long term partnership with employees and contractors. Whether by providing employment opportunities for other veterans or helping someone start a small business, JETY is committed to helping people thrive and work with purpose.