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Jason Holden

Chief Operating Officer

Jason brings over 24 years of experience in international business, portfolio management, and leadership to his position as Chief Operating Officer (COO). He joined Joni and Friends in 2018 after retiring as a Command Master Chief from the U.S. Navy where he led teams and managed construction projects around the world for more than 20 years. Since joining Joni and Friends, Jason has overseen the Wheels for the World program, Domestic and International Family Retreat programs, Global Risk Mitigation and Travel programs, and strategic management and business improvement teams.

Jason graduated with a B.S. in Management from Regent University and is a certified Lead Like Jesus facilitator. He lives in Southern California with his wife Jannah and daughter Makenzie. His passion to serve the disability community is only second to his love for his faith. He feels blessed to continue serving the ministry as Joni and Friends helps people living with disability find their place in the body of Christ.