Jill Pearson-Wood

Jill Pearson-Wood has extensive work experience in various roles, primarily in the fields of development, communication, and advocacy. Jill has held positions such as VP of Advancement, Senior Director of Advancement, and Director of Development & Communications at EMERGE Community Development. Prior to that, they worked as the Resource Development Director at LDA Minnesota, where they successfully increased program grants by 40% and contributed to strategic planning and budgeting. Jill also served as the Associate Director at Parents United for Public Schools, overseeing day-to-day operations and developing and implementing fund development plans. Additionally, they have experience in business development and employer relations at Carlson School of Management, marketing and communications coordination at the Joseph M. Juran Center for Leadership in Quality, and communications coordination at Minnesota Land Trust. Jill began their career as an editor at PR Newswire and later worked as a staff writer at EagleHerald and Austin Daily Herald, where they covered various local issues.

Jill Pearson-Wood has earned a degree in Journalism from Minnesota State University, Mankato. The specific year of completion and any other educational experiences are not provided.