ALEXANDER CITY, Ala. – Central Alabama Community College has hired Chance Jones as its new Executive Director of Foundation and Campus Operations.
Jones will begin his new role June 1 and will serve on the college’s executive team, according to CACC President Jeff Lynn. In the position, Jones will help lead the college’s newly established foundation, oversee marketing and public relations efforts, and supervise operations at the Childersburg campus and Talladega Center.
“We are excited to welcome Chance and look forward to the experience and leadership he will bring to our college,” Lynn said. “Chance brings excellent experiences; leadership, business acumen needed at our college. I am so pleased to have Chance join our team at CACC.”
Jones most recently served as Executive Director of the Clay County Economic Development Council, where he worked with local leaders and state agencies on workforce development, tourism, housing, and industrial growth initiatives.
Before entering economic development, Jones held leadership positions with NASCAR and Talladega Superspeedway, including Vice President of Sales and Director of Business Development and Sales. In those roles, he managed corporate partnerships, hospitality programs, and strategic business initiatives while supporting more than 160 corporate partners and large-scale fan engagement events.
Jones also previously worked with UAB Athletics in leadership roles focused on sponsorship growth, booster expansion, and revenue-generating partnerships. Earlier in his career, he taught mathematics and coached football and tennis at Spain Park High School.
He earned bachelor’s degrees in mathematics and secondary education in mathematics, as well as a Master of Business Administration and a master’s degree in sports administration and facility management from Ohio University.
College officials said they expect Jones’ experience in business development, strategic partnerships, and community engagement to support the institution’s continued growth and outreach efforts.
