Karla joins ACF as Chief Financial Officer
The Arizona Community Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Karla Jones, who brings more than 30 years of experience, as the organization’s Chief Financial Officer. In this pivotal role, Jones will join the Executive Team and report directly to ACF President & CEO Anna María Chávez, Esq.
Jones’ extensive community foundation includes 24 years at the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines (CFGDM), the last 16 as Chief Financial & Administrative Officer. At CFGDM, she was responsible for the oversight and continuous improvement of finance, technology, fund administration, risk management, facilities, and HR functions, while providing thought leadership and strategic vision for long-term business planning.
“I’m excited to step into the role of Chief Financial Officer and bring more than two decades of experience in community foundation finance, technology, and operational strategy,” said Jones. “I look forward to building on the organization’s strong growth by enhancing infrastructure and systems that position us for the unlimited opportunities ahead. Together, we will continue advancing philanthropy in Arizona by strengthening trust and serving our communities with excellence, efficiency, and long-term sustainability.”
Jones will oversee the strategic and operational work of staff on the finance and investment, technology, and fund-operations teams at ACF, and will focus on implementing and driving strategies that transform and elevate business operations. She will facilitate innovative platforms and processes that improve workflows and service for donors and nonprofit partners as well as internal teams. With Jones’ leadership, ACF will continue to enhance cross-functional integration, problem-solving, innovation, and accountability that result in cutting-edge ideas and solutions.
“Karla is an incredible addition to the Arizona Community Foundation team, bringing 24 years of experience in operational leadership in the community foundation sector to the organization,” said Anna María Chávez, Esq., ACF President & CEO. “During her time with the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, she led transformational initiatives that contributed to growth, technology innovations, operational excellence, and strategic impact for the organization. We are excited for Karla to share her time and talent with our team, our board, our donors and the communities we serve across Arizona.”