Staff

Jason Rochelle

Jason Rochelle

Program Officer
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Jason Rochelle began his position as program officer with the Golden LEAF Foundation in February 2016. As a program officer, Jason helps ensure that Golden LEAF funding drives effective project implementation and positive economic outcomes for rural NC. He evaluates funding proposals, supports the implementation of Golden LEAF priorities, and provides oversight for project monitoring and compliance activities. Prior to joining Golden LEAF, Jason was employed as a regional director for a healthcare corporation for six years; and most recently, served as a nonprofit program manager, overseeing grant development, program monitoring, and evaluation.

Born and raised in eastern North Carolina, Jason holds a master’s degree in general/theoretical psychology from Appalachian State University and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from UNC-Wilmington. He also successfully completed a 16-month executive leadership training program, Ladder to Leadership, through the Center for Creative Leadership. Jason resides in Rocky Mount, NC with his wife, Michelle, and their two children, Elijah and Lillian.

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