Tara Jenkins

Tara Jenkins possesses extensive experience in executive leadership and operational management, currently serving as Chief of Staff at Virginia Housing since December 2021, after holding roles as Director of Executive Services and Associate Chief of Staff. Prior to Virginia Housing, Tara held significant positions at Markel as Director of Billing & Collections and Procurement Governance Manager from September 2016 to December 2021. Earlier career experience includes serving as Sourcing Manager for Corporate Services at WestRock Company and multiple roles at Owens & Minor, including Project Manager and Senior Analyst. Tara holds a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Supply Chain Management from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology & Logistics from Virginia State University.