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Pat Jackson
Chief Financial Officer at Ingles Markets, Inc.
Pat Jackson is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Ingles Markets, Inc., a regional grocery chain based in Asheville, North Carolina.1 She assumed this role on February 23, 2022, succeeding Ronald Freeman, who retired after serving as CFO for nearly 17 years.13
Career Background
Pat Jackson has a strong financial background and extensive experience in the company:
- She joined Ingles Markets as controller in July 2010.1
- Prior to Ingles, she spent over 18 years at Sisters of Mercy Services Corp., where her last position was vice president and CFO.1
- Jackson is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA).1
Education
Pat Jackson received her education from Western Carolina University.2
Promotion to CFO
Ingles Markets promoted Jackson from her role as controller to CFO, citing her valuable contributions and leadership expertise.1 The company's Chairman, Robert Ingle, expressed confidence in her ability to maintain the company's strong financial posture.1
Role at Ingles Markets
As CFO, Pat Jackson is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of Ingles Markets, which:
- Operates 198 supermarkets across six states
- Includes 111 in-store pharmacies
- Manages 107 fuel centers
- Runs a fluid dairy facility supplying its supermarkets and other customers1
Pat Jackson's promotion came at a time when Ingles Markets was experiencing strong financial performance, with significant sales growth in both fiscal year 2021 and the first quarter of fiscal 2022.1
