Jessica Canovali

Professional Background
Jessica began her career in ministry and leadership in 2000, launching her professional journey in finance at a private orthodontic practice with a single location. Through exceptional skill, trustworthiness, and dedication, she assumed nearly all operational responsibilities and helped guide the organization’s growth into a multi-state enterprise with six locations.

In 2020, Jessica was promoted to Chief Financial Officer, where she provided financial leadership that supported expansion, operational excellence, and long-term stability.

Areas of Leadership
Financial Strategy & Oversight • Organizational Operations • Budgeting & Forecasting • Compliance & Risk Management • Stewardship & Accountability

Journey to GRM
In 2022, Jessica brought her financial expertise and heart for ministry to Gospel Rescue Mission, joining the organization as Director of Finance. Her strong leadership, attention to detail, and commitment to integrity quickly positioned her as a key leader within the organization. She now serves as Chief Financial Officer, ensuring GRM’s financial health supports its mission of transformation and hope.

Mission in Action
Jessica believes that strong financial systems are essential to sustaining life-changing ministry. She is passionate about aligning resources with mission priorities, strengthening accountability, and ensuring every dollar entrusted to GRM is used wisely to support guests, staff, and long-term impact.

Personal Background
Jessica is driven by a calling to serve through leadership and stewardship. Her blend of ministry experience and financial expertise allows her to approach her work with both precision and compassion, always keeping people at the center of every decision.

Fun Fact
Jessica’s career began in a single-office practice—and she’s helped grow organizations ever since, one system and spreadsheet at a time.