Dr. Jones serves as President of Columbia International University, a position he has held since February 2024. Prior to that, Dr. Jones served as Chancellor of Columbia International University from July 2017 until January 2024. Dr. Jones previously served as President of Columbia International University from 2007 to 2017. Prior to accepting the role of President in 2007, Dr. Jones served in senior roles as Provost and Senior Vice President of Columbia International University, where he has also taught since 1990. From 2007 until 2017, Dr. Jones also served as President of the International Leadership Team of Crossover Communications International and as a member of the Board of Trustees and the Finance Committee of the South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities. Dr. Jones demonstrated leadership skills, board experience, academic credentials and success in managing an academic institution qualify him for service on the Board. Dr. Jones strong character and experience in matters of ethics also qualify him for service on the Board.