Jernessa Jones, a native of Florence, Alabama, is a graduate of University of North Alabama, where she earned her MBA in Finance.

She works with Operation HOPE, advancing financial literacy and economic empowerment. She is also a Mortgage Loan Officer with Global Touch Mortgage and owner of Clutched Events, an event planning and coordination company.

A proud boy mom to an amazing 11-year-old son, she is passionate about giving back and helping her community - especially the underserved - thrive.