Jessica brings nearly 15 years of nonprofit and fundraising experience to the job of raising funds for the next phases of the Carolina Thread Trail. Her background includes serving as Development Director for the Autism Society of North Carolina’s Charlotte and Asheville regions, and Development & Communications Director for Community Link in Charlotte. Jessica also serves as a board member for the Association of Fundraising Professionals Charlotte Chapter, and has earned the designation of Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE).  She loves to read, try new foods and recipes, and get outside with family and friends.