Jackie Benson
Jackie Benson (Business Manager) joined The Neighborhood Bridge (TNB) as the Business Manager in 2025. Jackie came to TNB with the desire to work to help ensure and support access to mental health, housing, and financial literacy services. Her primary responsibilities include accounting, forecasting, budget, financial compliance, risk management, and oversight of the Essentials Pantry.
Most recently, Jackie had served as the President of the Midwest Labrador Retriever Rescue. In addition to her not-for-profit experience, Jackie has held several lead roles locally in both corporate finance (Northern Trust, Banc One, and Zurich Scudder Kemper) and privately-held small businesses.
A long-time Oak Parker, Jackie and her husband have four children and were members of St. Giles parish. Jackie is a chartered financial analyst and holds a Bachelor's degree in finance from the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana.