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| − | '''Dr. Nicole Jones''' | + | '''Dr. Nicole Jones''' is an economic developer who recruits and retains business and [[industry]] in the state of [[Alabama]].<ref>Moseley, Brandon (August 9, 2018). [https://www.alreporter.com/2018/08/09/ivey-addresses-states-economic-developers/ Ivey addresses state's economic developers]. ''Alabama Political Reporter''. Retrieved August 9, 2018.</ref> As a site selector, '''Nicole Jones''' assists clients who wish to purchase or [[lease]] Alabama-based commercial [[real estate]] [[property]] in the areas of office space, medical suites and buildings, industrial buildings, and raw land. Jones focuses on jobs and quality of life in both [[urban]] and [[rural]] areas and has visited Alabama's 67 counties over 20 times.<ref>Mountain Lakes Chamber of Commerce (April 1, 2019). [https://mountainlakeschamberofcommerce.com/jacksonupblog/bizchat013 Biz Chat 013 How to Grow a Community Economy with Dr. Nicole Jones]. ''Jackson Up Blog''. Retrieved April 1, 2019.</ref> |
| − | + | Jones also owns a [[mediation]] practice, Jones Mediation, to assist parties in resolving disputes primarily related to business and contracts. | |
| − | Jones earned four degrees and two certifications with a primary focus on | + | A pioneer in her field, [http://www.nicolejonesalabama.com Dr. Nicole Jones] earned four degrees and two certifications with a primary focus on economic development and economic [[policy]] as disciplines. Jones completed undergraduate study in her hometown of [[Huntsville, Alabama]] at the [[University of Alabama in Huntsville]] and earned a Bachelor of Arts in history with research in [[government]] and [[public policy]]. Through the subsequent completion of coursework at the [[University of Alabama]] in Tuscaloosa, [[Florida Institute of Technology in Huntsville]], and seminary, Jones earned a Master of Business Administration ([[MBA]]) with research in economic development, a Master of Science (MS) in Acquisition and Contract Management, as well as a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Nicole Jones is a Certified Alabama Planning and Zoning Official (CAPZO), a designation awarded by the Alabama Planning Institute, an affiliate of the American Planning Association. |
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| − | Jones | + | In March 2017, Jones became the first in Huntsville, Alabama and amongst the first group in the state of Alabama to earn the EDAA Leadership Certification. The certification is granted by the EDAA Leadership Institute, a partnership between the Economic Development Association of Alabama (EDAA) and [[Auburn University]]’s Government and Economic Development Institute (GEDI). |
| − | + | In 2018, Troy University developed the Nicole Jones Student Excellence Award in Economics, awarded annually to an [[Economics]] major chosen by faculty who demonstrates academic excellence as well as leadership. | |
| + | Jones collaborates with other professionals and stays on the forefront of issues that affect economic policy.<ref>Jones, Nicole (March 22, 2018). [https://altoday.com/archives/22192-nicole-jones-our-state-will-benefit-from-the-passage-of-the-alabama-jobs-enhancement-act Our state will benefit from the passage of the Alabama Jobs Enhancement Act]. ''Alabama Today''. Retrieved March 22, 2018.</ref> Jones is a member of business and trade associations such as the Economic Development Association of Alabama (EDAA), Alabama Agribusiness Council, Business Council of Alabama (BCA), [[Manufacture Alabama]], Alabama Forestry Association, Alabama Farmers Federation, Alabama Rural Health Association, and [[Heritage Foundation]]. | ||
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| + | Jones serves on the following boards and [[committees]]: Health Policy – BCA, Governmental Affairs – BCA, Small Business – BCA; Birmingham Committee on Foreign Relations; Governmental Affairs - Manufacture Alabama; Alliance for Alabama's Infrastructure; C.H.O.I.C.E. Rural Alabama Blackbelt Scholarships; and The Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald Museum. | ||
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| + | Nicole Jones works with her other half, Attorney at State Representative Tim Wadsworth, to diligently to bring jobs, healthcare, and community development to House District 14. Legacy is an integral part of her core, and Jones instills the values of hard work and servant leadership upon her son and daughter, who often accompany her to projects and volunteer opportunities. Dr. Nicole Jones travels statewide daily and meets clients and constituents in Huntsville, Arley-Smith Lake, Tuscaloosa, and Montgomery. | ||
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Latest revision as of 06:32, September 15, 2023
Dr. Nicole Jones is an economic developer who recruits and retains business and industry in the state of Alabama.[1] As a site selector, Nicole Jones assists clients who wish to purchase or lease Alabama-based commercial real estate property in the areas of office space, medical suites and buildings, industrial buildings, and raw land. Jones focuses on jobs and quality of life in both urban and rural areas and has visited Alabama's 67 counties over 20 times.[2]
Jones also owns a mediation practice, Jones Mediation, to assist parties in resolving disputes primarily related to business and contracts.
A pioneer in her field, Dr. Nicole Jones earned four degrees and two certifications with a primary focus on economic development and economic policy as disciplines. Jones completed undergraduate study in her hometown of Huntsville, Alabama at the University of Alabama in Huntsville and earned a Bachelor of Arts in history with research in government and public policy. Through the subsequent completion of coursework at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Florida Institute of Technology in Huntsville, and seminary, Jones earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with research in economic development, a Master of Science (MS) in Acquisition and Contract Management, as well as a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Nicole Jones is a Certified Alabama Planning and Zoning Official (CAPZO), a designation awarded by the Alabama Planning Institute, an affiliate of the American Planning Association.
In March 2017, Jones became the first in Huntsville, Alabama and amongst the first group in the state of Alabama to earn the EDAA Leadership Certification. The certification is granted by the EDAA Leadership Institute, a partnership between the Economic Development Association of Alabama (EDAA) and Auburn University’s Government and Economic Development Institute (GEDI).
In 2018, Troy University developed the Nicole Jones Student Excellence Award in Economics, awarded annually to an Economics major chosen by faculty who demonstrates academic excellence as well as leadership.
Jones collaborates with other professionals and stays on the forefront of issues that affect economic policy.[3] Jones is a member of business and trade associations such as the Economic Development Association of Alabama (EDAA), Alabama Agribusiness Council, Business Council of Alabama (BCA), Manufacture Alabama, Alabama Forestry Association, Alabama Farmers Federation, Alabama Rural Health Association, and Heritage Foundation.
Jones serves on the following boards and committees: Health Policy – BCA, Governmental Affairs – BCA, Small Business – BCA; Birmingham Committee on Foreign Relations; Governmental Affairs - Manufacture Alabama; Alliance for Alabama's Infrastructure; C.H.O.I.C.E. Rural Alabama Blackbelt Scholarships; and The Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald Museum.
Nicole Jones works with her other half, Attorney at State Representative Tim Wadsworth, to diligently to bring jobs, healthcare, and community development to House District 14. Legacy is an integral part of her core, and Jones instills the values of hard work and servant leadership upon her son and daughter, who often accompany her to projects and volunteer opportunities. Dr. Nicole Jones travels statewide daily and meets clients and constituents in Huntsville, Arley-Smith Lake, Tuscaloosa, and Montgomery.
References
- ↑ Moseley, Brandon (August 9, 2018). Ivey addresses state's economic developers. Alabama Political Reporter. Retrieved August 9, 2018.
- ↑ Mountain Lakes Chamber of Commerce (April 1, 2019). Biz Chat 013 How to Grow a Community Economy with Dr. Nicole Jones. Jackson Up Blog. Retrieved April 1, 2019.
- ↑ Jones, Nicole (March 22, 2018). Our state will benefit from the passage of the Alabama Jobs Enhancement Act. Alabama Today. Retrieved March 22, 2018.