As you meet Jackie Walker, Executive Director of SkillsUSA Ohio, you will immediately sense her authenticity, energy, and passion for seeking out the potential in others. Her obvious ‘can do’ attitude is contagious and the collective 34,000 Student and Professional Members will attest to her dedication for their immediate and future success. Jackie was introduced to ‘Career Tech’ training at an early age of 16. “I fell head over heels in love with leadership development and I recognized the positive impact that leadership training was having in my life.”

In 2008, Jackie accepted a contract position with SkillsUSA Ohio, was promoted to Assistant State Director in 2011, and was offered the Executive Director position in 2018. Jackie is talented at combing passion and compassion for the Members she serves. She possesses the ability to form relationships, think creatively, recognize the potential in others and ensure SkillsUSA Ohio is always moving forward. “I will never say, ‘We can’t do that.’ There is always a way to get results and to change the narrative to ‘We can do that!’’

As the fearless and confident Executive Director of SkillsUSA Ohio, Jackie Walker embodies several roles such as Counselor, ‘Mom’ and Mentor. She would not have it any other way. “Our words are powerful, and they matter! I openly provide direction and support while nurturing our Student Members to rewrite their story.” This authentic connection is felt by the Student Members in a real and trusting manner. As current and former Student Members reach out to Jackie and call her “Mama Walker”–she lights up on the inside—knowing in her heart and soul that she is impacting their lives. “My students are positioned for success, and I feel blessed to be part of their journey. It doesn’t get any better than this!”