Jalonda Combs is the Executive Director of STEM at OIC of America, where she oversees programs that equip individuals with localized, high-quality training to help them transition into sustainable new careers and achieve financial empowerment.
Before joining OIC of America, Jalonda directed STEM programming at Summit Academy OIC in the Twin Cities. There, she developed and managed accredited training tracks spanning IT, financial services, medical administration, carpentry, and electrical work—ultimately helping students transform their lives through job readiness. Jalonda began her career in education with Minneapolis Public Schools as a Student Support Specialist and Associate Educator, where she provided tailored classroom support and individualized math instruction to ensure student success.