Executive Director

Sharon Jones is the Director of Civic Business Engagement & Texas Lead at Public Private Strategies, where she specializes in connecting business communities with policy initiatives across Texas. Her expertise lies in mobilizing business leaders to engage in civic and policy matters. Jones brings a wealth of experience from her previous role as the public policy strategist for ACLU of Texas, where she managed issue campaigns, set legislative priorities, and conducted training on equity and inclusion. As an entrepreneur, she founded and ran her own public affairs firm, providing advisory services to various municipal and state candidates in Texas. Jones is deeply committed to civic causes, volunteering her time to advocate for voter rights and women's and girls' empowerment. Her multifaceted background in business, policy, and advocacy positions her as a key figure in fostering collaboration between the business sector and community interests in Texas.