Jean Bruner Jachino joined the United Way team on January 13, 2025 and brings over 37 years of experience in business development across hospitality, finance, consulting, retail, and nonprofit sectors. As Regional Sales Director for Hotel Ventures Management, she led sales and marketing efforts, expanding operations and launching successful ventures. Jean’s entrepreneurial spirit shines as the owner of Perpetual Consulting, where she has driven revenue growth and innovative solutions for clients. A passionate advocate for community engagement, she has held leadership roles with organizations like Downtown Springfield, Inc., Special Olympics, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Jean holds a Bachelor of Science from Eastern Illinois University and has called Springfield home since 1993.