Jessi graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with a B.S. in Child Development & Pre-Health with Minors in Psychology and Religious Studies. Jessi has formerly worked for Ventura County CFS and for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). Jessi was also the first Resident Director, or host parent, in the James Storehouse Transitional Home to four teen girls aging out of foster care (ages 18-22), mentoring and assisting them as they transition into independent adulthood.

As Associate Director, Jessi provides foresight and leadership for the organization's continued growth to best meet the growing needs in serving the community in new, creative ways. Jessi’s work includes planning and executing large events, public speaking, communication with donors and volunteers, website and social media management, integration of a trauma-informed approach, and daily interface with clients.

Jessi’s life passion is for foster care, specifically with advocacy at the policy level to help end the multi-generational cycle of foster care.

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