Friendly House
Jerry Mendoza has a diverse work experience spanning over 14 years. Jerry started their career at Arizona Public Service - APS in 2005 as an Account Executive, where they managed various aspects of the Customer Assistance Programs with a budget of $50 million annually. Jerry was responsible for marketing, public relations, corporate communications, community and economic development, and regulatory/governmental activities.
In 2019, Jerry joined Friendly House as the Interim Chief Executive Officer and President, leading the organization's transformation into a more agile and responsive agency. Jerry focused on developing a creative and collaborative culture to maximize employee potential and oversaw the agency's fiscal and operational activities. Subsequently, they became the President and CEO of Friendly House, a position they held until 2023.
Jerry Mendoza earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication from Arizona State University in 1991. No other information about their education history is provided.
Friendly House
Since 1920, Friendly House has served the citizens of Arizona and those seeking to become a citizen, by providing the tools, training and support needed to attain sustaining, self-sufficiency. Our comprehensive programs include: workforce development, adult education, youth education, family and immigration legal services and mentoring. We also operate an early childhood education center and a charter school serving disadvantaged children in central - south Phoenix from K-8th grade. Mission: To empower Arizona communities through education and human services. Vision: To be Arizona's leading provider of superior education and human services.