Board of Directors

The Junior Achievement of Alachua County board is composed of local community leaders with a strong and balanced blend of skills and experience, providing guidance and support to Junior Achievement of Alachua County’s staff and volunteers as we strive to uphold our mission.

The board of directors exercises overall responsibility for the policies, programs, and direction of Junior Achievement of Alachua County, while also providing advice and counsel on a broad range of operation protocols.

The diversity of the board is chosen to reflect a multitude of expertise offerings. All members have a strong and demonstrated commitment to our three pillars: work readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy

CHARLES W. ANCHORS, JR.
Feathr
VP of Finance
BOARD CHAIR
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KEVIN BERRY
Alachua County School Board
Curriculum Director
JOEY BISSINNAR
Infinite Energy/Gas South
Manger, Middle Office & Credit
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BRENDA CESAR-BARNALES
Truist
Vp Commercial Relationship Manager Gainesville
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KARSTEN DERENDORF
James Moore
CPA
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JENNIFER HUNT
CAMPUS USA Credit Union
Chief Financial Officer
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JENNIFER HARRELL
UF Innovate
Assistant Director
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DUG JONES
Clark University
Program Manager for Workforce Grants
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FRANK JONES
Walmart Transportation 7835/6899
HR Manager
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KIRK KLEIN
Koss Olinger
Managing Partner
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JOSEPH LOWRY, JR.
Lowry Financial Advisors, Inc.
Managing Partner
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TIM POWELL
PNC Bank
Vice President Banking Center Manager
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JESSICA MACLAREN
Scorpio
Controller
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MAUREEN TARTAGLIONE
Cox Communications
Manager Government & Public Affairs
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MICHELLE (SHELLEY) VICKERS
Relationship Manager/Executive Administrator, Scherer Construction
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