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John C. Jones is an accomplished leader who focuses on diversity, inclusion, board governance, strategic community building, and leadership development. He is currently the President and CEO of HOPE Toledo, a non-profit organization dedicated to the belief that improving education will increase opportunity for all of Toledo's children and youth, prosperity for its residents, and the future of our families and neighborhoods.
Prior to joining HOPE Toledo, John spent sixteen years at ProMedica in various roles, the most recent of which was with the social determinants of health team. John served as President and CEO of the Greater Toledo Urban League from 2008 to 2012. He is a diversity practitioner certified by the American Hospital Association's Institute for Diversity and Health Equity. He has a Master of Business Administration from the University of Toledo and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance from Central State University, Ohio's only publicly funded HBCU.
Through organizations, boards, and other volunteer opportunities, John gives back to the community in a variety of ways. His greatest calling is being an ordained minister. He serves as an Associate Minister at the Christian Temple Baptist Church under the leadership and pastorate of his father, Rev. Charles E. Jones. Preaching and ministering for twenty years, John clearly defines who he is through this service and it is the guiding principle for what he does in his professional life.
John resides in Toledo with his wife, Charity. His most significant blessings are his four beautiful children, Alexa Renee, Naomi Elise, Cathryn Elisabeth, and John Michael.
