Jenny Carr
Jenny Carr is a dedicated advocate for education, workforce development, and community investment whose leadership at Ozarks Tech reflects a deep commitment to expanding opportunities for students. As president of L&W Industries and a member of the Ozarks Tech Foundation Board, Jenny continues a family legacy rooted in hard work, generosity, and support for others.
Inspired by the example of her grandmother, Vesta Meents Carr, Jenny understands the important role education and opportunity can play in changing lives. Vesta was an early pioneer in manufacturing who worked alongside her husband to help build what would become The Durham Company and its affiliated businesses. Her determination, work ethic, and commitment to supporting employees and community members left a lasting impression on future generations of the Carr family.
Jenny has carried those values into her own leadership and philanthropy. Through her involvement with Ozarks Tech, she has helped support initiatives that strengthen workforce training and student success, including major investments in the Robert W. Plaster Center for Advanced Manufacturing and the Michael L. Parson Student Union. She is especially passionate about creating opportunities for women pursuing careers in manufacturing and skilled trades.
To honor her grandmother’s legacy, Jenny established the Vesta Meents Carr Memorial Scholarship at Ozarks Tech. The scholarship supports women entering the manufacturing industry and helps remove financial barriers for students pursuing careers in high-demand technical fields.
Impact
Jenny Carr’s support of Ozarks Tech reflects a strong belief in preparing students for meaningful careers while strengthening the workforce needs of the region. Through the Vesta Meents Carr Memorial Scholarship, she is helping open doors for women pursuing careers in manufacturing, continuing the trailblazing legacy her grandmother established decades ago.
In addition to scholarship support, Jenny and the Carr family have made significant investments in Ozarks Tech initiatives that expand hands-on learning opportunities and improve the student experience. Their contributions to manufacturing education, student support programs, and campus development demonstrate a long-term commitment to helping students succeed both in the classroom and in their future careers.
Jenny’s leadership on the Ozarks Tech Foundation Board further reflects her dedication to ensuring students have access to affordable, career-focused education. Her work continues to create opportunities for future generations while honoring the values of service, perseverance, and community investment that define the Carr family legacy.