Success isn't measured by your title, but by the lives you impact. It's not about climbing the highest ladder, but lifting someone else higher.
Jessica Wall, MS · In Her Own Words
Her Story
About Jessica
Jessica Wall, MS, is an accomplished nonprofit executive, disability advocate, and public speaker dedicated to expanding mobility, independence, and inclusion for individuals with disabilities. As Chief Executive Officer of National AMBUCS, she leads one of the nation's premier nonprofit organizations supporting adaptive mobility through the Amtryke program, scholarships for future rehabilitation professionals, and volunteer-driven community initiatives. With a professional background spanning journalism, higher education, communications, and nonprofit leadership, Jessica has built a career centered on strategic growth, organizational excellence, and creating measurable impact through innovative programs and partnerships.
Throughout her leadership at National AMBUCS, Jessica has successfully expanded adaptive mobility initiatives, strengthened national partnerships, overseen organizational growth, and advanced fundraising and operational strategies that increase access to life-changing resources. Her work increasingly focuses on disability inclusion, adaptive equipment accessibility, rare disease advocacy, and family engagement in research. Holding a Master of Science in Journalism from South Dakota State University and continuing education in rare disease advocacy and family engagement, she combines effective communication with strategic leadership to bridge the gap between research, healthcare, nonprofits, and the families they serve.
Beyond her executive responsibilities, Jessica is a passionate advocate whose leadership is deeply influenced by her personal experiences as the mother of a child with autism and a rare genetic condition. She actively supports disability awareness, grief support initiatives, educational mentorship, and community volunteerism while championing greater accessibility and inclusion nationwide. Recognized as a **Triad Business Journal 40 Under 40 Honoree**, Jessica remains committed to building stronger communities through collaboration, compassionate leadership, and a steadfast belief that every individual deserves the opportunity to experience greater mobility, independence, and belonging.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Jessica
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to a deep commitment to serving others through purposeful work, continuous learning, and meaningful community engagement. My background in journalism taught me the power of storytelling and communication, while my transition into the nonprofit sector allowed me to create direct, measurable impact. My personal experiences as the mother of a child with a rare disease have strengthened my passion for disability advocacy and continue to shape my leadership with empathy, resilience, and determination.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
One of the most impactful pieces of advice I received was that if I was truly passionate about helping people, I should dedicate my career to the nonprofit sector. That guidance encouraged me to align my professional path with my personal purpose, allowing me to combine leadership with meaningful service and create lasting impact for individuals and families.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I encourage young women to continually expand their professional network, invest in lifelong learning, and actively seek strategic partnerships that will strengthen both their leadership and their mission. Surround yourself with people who encourage your growth, avoid those who diminish your vision, and remain persistent when pursuing meaningful change. Building sustainable programs and creating lasting impact require resilience, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to your purpose.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The nonprofit and disability advocacy sectors face significant challenges, including uncertainty surrounding disability funding, Medicaid waivers, nonprofit sustainability, workforce shortages, and limited access to inclusive programs and services. At the same time, there are tremendous opportunities to expand adaptive mobility programs, strengthen community partnerships, grow volunteer networks, collaborate with industry partners, and increase access to life-changing resources for individuals with disabilities and their families.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that guide my work and personal life are service, community, compassion, advocacy, family, and faith. I believe in creating opportunities that empower individuals with disabilities to achieve greater independence while building stronger, more inclusive communities. Through collaboration, empathy, and purposeful leadership, I strive to make a lasting difference in the lives of the people and families we serve.
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