PHOENIX, Arizona – Willmeng Construction, Inc., a Phoenix-based commercial general contractor, announced that Jessica Zygmont has joined the team as chief performance officer/chief financial officer. In this role, she will lead Willmeng’s overall financial performance, risk management, and improve organizational processes while maximizing staff development.
“With an extensive background in operations and finance acquired within the construction industry, Jessica will manage organizational processes, systems integration and training to further develop employees,” said Willmeng President & CEO James Murphy. “She has considerable drive and enthusiasm for the position, and we are thrilled to have her contribute her knowledge and experience in support of our continued growth.”
“Willmeng has unique vision in integrating performance across all departments to achieve optimal people, financial and organizational health,” said Zygmont. "I am honored to lead this effort, with a team of more than 110 dedicated employees, to achieve continued success as one of Arizona’s most respected contracting companies.”
She is a member of NAIOP Arizona, Arizona Builders Alliance, the Construction Financial Management Association, and serves on the Arizona Federal Credit Union’s Supervisory Committee. She earned a Bachelor’s in Accounting and Finance from Western International University.
Outside of work, Zygmont is the founder and executive director of Blue Line K9 Foundation, which was established after the loss of Police K9 Ronin who was killed in the line of duty on June 20, 2013. The foundation provides assistance to Police K9 Handlers and their families in the event of a fallen or injured Police K9 or Police K9 Handler in the line of duty. They are also dedicated to providing financial assistance to Police K9 Units for approved training and equipment needs.