FORT WORTH, TEXAS (March 7, 2025) –Goodwill North Central Texas announced today that Jenna Jones has been promoted to the position of Director of Procurement.

Jones, an experienced financial professional, brings a strong background in procurement procedure, accounting, and contract management to her role. Since joining Goodwill North Central Texas in June 2022, she has overseen vendor leases and contracts, developed and implemented procurement policies, managed procurement software and led strategic sourcing and vendor selection.

In her new role, she will continue to ensure the organization’s procurement processes align with best practices, conducting in-depth research and comparative analysis to secure the best value for the agency. Her expertise in financial management and purchasing will support Goodwill’s mission by optimizing resources and enhancing operational efficiency.

Jones holds both a Bachelor and Master of Business Administration in Accounting from Angelo State University. Before joining Goodwill, she spent 15 years in public accounting as an auditor and consultant for nonprofit organizations. Her transition to Goodwill was driven by a passion for making a direct impact in the community, and she has been instrumental in supporting Goodwill’s programs through strategic procurement.

“We’re excited to promote Jenna to Director of Procurement,” said David Cox, President & CEO of Goodwill North Central Texas. “Her expertise in financial oversight and vendor management ensures we are making the most of our resources to further our mission of empowering individuals through education, training, and employment.”

About Goodwill North Central Texas

Goodwill is more than a thrift store. The largest employer of people with disabilities in the world, Goodwill provides education, training and job placement and believes that it’s worth celebrating!

Goodwill North Central Texas is based in Fort Worth and serves 18 counties in the region. The nonprofit’s 25 area retail locations provide revenue through the sale of donated goods to support Goodwill’s mission to CREATE lives of independence and BUILD a stronger local community. Education, training and job placement programs for individuals with disabilities, the formerly incarcerated, at-risk youth, our veterans and people experiencing homelessness are guided by the organization’s vision of a North Central Texas where every person has the opportunity for maximum independence and abundant living. For more information, please visit www.GoodwillNorthCentralTexas.org.

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