Southeast Missouri Foodbank names new Finance Director

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Southeast Missouri Foodbank has named a new Director of Finance & HR.

Jennie Johnson has worked for the foodbank for more than six years and has worked in several different departments within the foodbank.

“I’m excited to carry forward the valuable work that the previous directors of finance have always done,” Johnson said. “The food bank’s mission is important to me, and I am honored to have a role in carrying it out.”

Southeast Missouri Food Bank serves 80,000 individuals each month through a network of 140 partner agencies and other programs.

SEMO Food Bank’s chief executive office Joey Keys says Johnson will be a big asset in her new role.

“In her time here, Jennie has served the food bank in a variety of roles in the finance and HR departments,” said Joey Keys, SEMO Food Bank’s chief executive officer. “She has a strong understanding of the organization, financials, and responsibilities of the job.”

Southeast Missouri Foodbank serves 16 counties in the Southeast Missouri Area.