Catherine Jones
About Catherine Jones
Catherine Jones serves as the Managing Director at GPS IMPACT, a position she has held since 2021. She has a strong background in media and marketing, having previously worked as Media Director and Senior Account Manager at the same organization, along with experience in internships and education focused on public administration and political science.
Current Role at GPS IMPACT
Catherine Jones serves as the Managing Director at GPS IMPACT, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees various operational aspects of the organization, ensuring strategic alignment and effective execution of initiatives. Additionally, she has been the Media Director since 2018, where she manages media relations and communication strategies. Her extensive experience within the organization positions her as a key leader in driving the company's mission forward.
Previous Experience at GPS IMPACT
Catherine Jones has a significant history with GPS IMPACT, having started as a Graduate Intern from 2015 to 2016. She then progressed to the role of Senior Account Manager from 2016 to 2018. Throughout her tenure, she has contributed to various projects and initiatives, enhancing her expertise in account management and media strategies.
Internship Experience at NRECA
Before her time at GPS IMPACT, Catherine Jones worked as an Association Marketing Intern at NRECA for three months in 2013. This internship provided her with foundational experience in marketing within an association context, contributing to her professional development.
Educational Background
Catherine Jones holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia, where she studied Non-Profit and Public Organizational Management from 2014 to 2016. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science and Communication from Truman State University, completing her studies from 2010 to 2014. Her educational background supports her roles in management and organizational leadership.
Graduate Assistant Role
Catherine Jones served as a Graduate Assistant for Student Affairs Advancement at the University of Missouri from 2014 to 2016. In this position, she assisted in various initiatives aimed at enhancing student affairs and contributed to the advancement of the department's goals.