After graduating from UC Davis, Jessica began her career as a political consultant at a nonpartisan firm in the Bay Area, where she had the unique opportunity to advise candidates from across the ideological spectrum. Locally, she has championed campaigns supporting tuition-free college, increased government transparency, and the adoption of more renewable energy. Internationally, she has volunteered with nonprofits to support nonviolent freedom and democracy movements in challenging authoritarian political environments. Jessica enjoys spending time outdoors and can be found running, cycling, and camping in her free time.