Trish Jones brings a deeply personal and hands-on approach to catalyze transformative change through strategic communications, advocacy, and public affairs. As Chief Communications and Public Affairs Officer at Eckerd Connects, she oversees internal, external, and global communications, as well as government relations, congressional outreach, and thought leadership initiatives. She provides strategic guidance across all service lines—Job Corps, Workforce Development, and Community-Based Services—ensuring communications and advocacy efforts advance organizational priorities while strengthening partnerships and community impact.
With nearly two decades of experience, Ms. Jones has led high-impact communications campaigns, grassroots and grasstops advocacy efforts, and stakeholder engagement initiatives that connect organizational goals with meaningful policy and community outcomes. Her expertise spans strategic messaging, media relations, legislative strategy, and partnership development, resulting in enhanced visibility, increased engagement, and expanded impact nationwide.
For a previous employer, she served as Senior Director of Outreach and Congressional Affairs, where she secured corporate partnerships, launched innovative workforce portals, led national conference communications, and drove advocacy campaigns. Her early experience as Deputy Press Secretary for U.S. Senator Evan Bayh sharpened her skills in media strategy, stakeholder engagement, and high-profile communications management.
Recognized for her ability to unify strategy, advocacy, and communications, Ms. Jones leverages thought leadership to foster collaboration across sectors and create sustainable, transformative outcomes for children, youth, adults, and families nationwide. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Journalism from Ball State University.