Briefly describe your role at Golden LEAF.
I am responsible for managing development and dissemination of content on Golden LEAF’s website, social media platforms and newsletters. I also manage the internship program at Golden LEAF, serve as the media contact, and am the liaison for the Board of Directors.
Describe yourself in three words.
Passionate. Creative. Collaborative.
What’s your favorite part of your job and why?
I love sharing stories about the people working to build the economy in our rural, tobacco-dependent, and economically distressed communities. North Carolinians are resilient and resourceful and work hard to turn challenges into opportunities. I see so much hope and promise in our future when I meet and speak with the people doing the work to lead the charge in moving our state forward.
What is your favorite pastime outside of work?
Painting is a fun way for me to be creative and unwind. I also spend a lot of my free time with my husband, two daughters, and puppy.
What is your biggest work-related accomplishment within the last year?
This year marked Golden LEAF’s 25th anniversary. I was able to work on our brand redesign, website redesign, and celebration to commemorate the milestone in Golden LEAF’s history. I am so proud to be a part of such an amazing organization that helps so many people with training programs, scholarships, and job opportunities that grow our economy.
What motivates you to support long-term economic development in rural, tobacco-dependent, and economically distressed communities?
I am from eastern North Carolina. I am a product of a rural, tobacco-dependent, and economically distressed community. With the mission to improve North Carolina’s economy, each new industry, every new training program, and all of our Golden LEAF scholarship recipients inspire me to do my very best job for them. This is important work. It motivates me every day.
Learn more about Jenny here.