Bettina Jones

Bettina Jones is a skilled Program Analyst at the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) since January 2020, where responsibilities include designing and managing initiatives focused on community capacity building and infrastructure grant management. Prior to this role, Bettina was a Board Member at Bethel Park Chamber of Commerce and served as Main Street Manager for the Borough of Castle Shannon, overseeing various revitalization projects. Experience also includes project management at the Balkan Economic Forum and freelance work providing training and professional writing services. Bettina holds a Master's degree in Public and International Affairs with a focus on Human Security from the University of Pittsburgh, a Ph.D. in Economics from University American College Skopje, and a Bachelor's degree in English Literature from the University of Pittsburgh. Areas of expertise encompass nonprofit capacity building, infrastructure development, and community engagement.