From Night Clerk to CFO a Journey of Leadership, Loyalty, and Impact at Jones Junction
 
Bel Air, MD – November 21, 2025 - Jones Junction is celebrating a truly remarkable milestone: Debra McCollum, a longtime and deeply respected member of the Jones leadership team, is marking 40 years of dedicated service!


From her start as an evening accounting clerk in 1985, Debra has grown into her role as Chief Financial Officer at Jones Junction. A graduate of the NADA General Dealership Management Academy (Class of 2010), she is known for implementing data-driven strategies that help every department improve performance and efficiency. Debra believes analytics reveal both the challenges and the opportunities—and she uses that insight to help teams lead with clarity and accountability. Her focus on measurable results and technology-enabled decision-making continues to elevate Jones Junction as a regional and industry leader.
 
In addition to her role at Jones, Debra serves on the board of the Maryland Automobile Dealers Association, contributing her expertise to help advance the automotive sector. She also volunteers and lends her leadership to the broader community through nonprofit board service, including the Aberdeen Rotary and the CHAR Hope Foundation consistent with the company’s commitment to giving back.

"Deb is the heartbeat of this place. Her integrity and loyalty have shaped who we are as a company," said Danny Jones, CEO of Jones Junction. "We’re so lucky to have had her by our side all these years. She’s not just part of the team—she’s part of the family."

Bryan Kilby, President of Jones Junction, added, "Deb’s story is what Jones is all about—starting from the ground up, putting in the work, and growing with the team. She’s a mentor, a role model, and a daily reminder of what makes Jones such a special place."


“I’ve had the privilege to grow alongside this company and work with an incredible team that brings their best every day. We’ve built a strong foundation rooted in data, integrity, and continuous improvement—and I’m proud of how we keep raising the bar together.” Debra McCollum, CFO Jones Junction.
 
She also participates in high-performance peer groups, including the NADA 20 Group and NCM Associates, where she collaborates with leading dealership operators to share insights, refine best practices, and drive performance.
 
As one of the few women serving as CFO at a dealership group of this size, Debra continues to play a pivotal role in shaping not just financial strategy, but the overall customer experience at Jones Junction. She is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of leaders. Her steady guidance and progressive vision help pave the way for others to follow in her footsteps and ensures the company remains a trusted and forward-looking name in the communities it serves.
 
About Jones Junction:
Founded in 1917, Jones Junction is a family-owned and operated automotive group proudly serving Harford County and the surrounding Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Delaware communities for over a century. With ten new vehicle dealerships, Preowned Superstores, and a full-service Collision Center located on a 40-acre campus in Bel Air, Maryland, Jones Junction is committed to delivering exceptional customer service rooted in community values, integrity and generational leadership. Today, the company employs more than 800 team members and continues to build connections with customers through trust, service, and a dedication to excellence.
 
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