Jackie Gunderson

Jackie Gunderson currently serves as the Assistant Director of Purchases - Facilities and an Adjunct Faculty Instructor at Illinois State University, where responsibilities include teaching a first-year transition course and overseeing the procurement of construction-related services in compliance with relevant regulations and university policies. Jackie has held the Executive Director position at Penguin Project McLean County since January 2014, facilitating a theater program for children with disabilities. Previous experience includes roles as a Safety Coordinator at Corteva Agriscience and a CPR, AED, and First Aid Instructor for the American Heart Association. Jackie has extensive experience in training and team leadership within the DuPont organization, culminating in the role of Training Coordinator. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership from Lincoln College and an Associate of Arts and Sciences in Special Education from Illinois Central College.