Jack Nales

Jack Nales is an experienced marketing specialist and former executive director with a strong background in agriculture, fundraising, and public service. Since January 2012, Jack has served as a Marketing Specialist III for the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, focusing on B2B and B2C marketing for the state’s meat and poultry industry. Prior to this role, Jack was the Executive Director for the American Red Cross Highlands Chapter, where responsibilities included integrating marketing and fundraising initiatives. Jack also has a distinguished military background, retiring as a Major from the United States Army Reserve after a career that included leadership roles and public information management in Baghdad, Iraq. Additionally, Jack directed Blood Services for the American Red Cross Triangle Area Chapter, achieving significant growth in blood collections. Jack holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics from Wake Forest University.