Dr. Jehoshaphat K. Jones | Biography

Early Years

Born in Chapel Hill, North Carolina on July 2, 1973, Dr. Jehoshaphat K. Jones was raised in a middle-class home to a science teacher (mother) and a minister (father) - both of whom were graduates from Notre Dame University and Duke University, respectively. Education is a critical component of Dr. Jones' personal commitment to discovering the world. Although nominated by North Carolina State Representative Cass Ballinger to attend the U.S. Service Academy at West Point, there was a change in direction to pursue teaching versus a military profession. His passion for leading and learning brought him to graduate from high school with a full academic scholarship and enroll at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Additionally, he completed a master's degree in business administration (finance) from Strayer University and a doctoral degree in business administration (strategy and innovation) from Capella University.

In his early career, Dr. Jones taught the sciences in primary and secondary schools and eventually became a software applications trainer for contractors servicing the U.S. Department of Defence. From working in the public sector to private sector opportunities, Dr. Jones is committed to ensuring organizations maximize resources, adapt continuously, grow sustainably, and operate profitably. Community partnerships and corporate social responsibility include work with Education Equity Group LLC, The EEG Foundation and Coalition of Advocates non-profit corporations, Fatherhood+, and the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. (Zeta Omega Chapter's) Fatherhood Initiative and Mentoring programs.