Who is jessica Quesada?
Who are we, really? When we put aside our titles, statuses, or accomplishments? At the core, Jessica is the person who is 'crazy enough' to believe she can change the world. She strives to create meaningful change in all of her endeavors. Jessica leads with her heart - accepting and recognizing other's in their truest form. She continuously pursues opportunities that will allow her to grow and explore her passions.
Jessica holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, from the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University. She is currently pursuing her Master of Business Administration (MBA) with the W.P. Carey School of Business, and Master of Legal Studies (MLS) in Business Law and Corporate & Healthcare Compliance with the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University.
At Arizona State University, Jessica has served within the Undergraduate Student Government; holding the positions as Senate President, Senator for the W.P. Carey School of Business, and University Affairs Committee Chair. Jessica created numerous opportunities to enhance students' lives, such as partnering with JC Penney's to provide discounted interview clothing & financial assistance to students, and planning a campus-wide resource event. Jessica served as Student Coordinator for Changemaker Central @ ASU; planning events geared towards Sustainability, Service, Civic Engagement, and Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Currently, Jessica serves as Director of Advocacy for the Accessibility Coalition at ASU - to ensure an accessible experience for all students in the community, and as Council Member of the W.P. Carey Dean's Advisory Council, aiding in projects to improve the student experience within W.P. Carey.
In her career, Jessica has demonstrated a fervent commitment to fostering meaningful change while actively pursuing opportunities for personal and professional growth. As a Senior Campus Leader at Apple Inc., she spearheaded initiatives aimed at addressing digital inequity and fostering the widespread adoption of technology among her peers. Furthermore, Jessica has made significant contributions as a Policy Analyst within the Office of University Affairs at Arizona State University, where she conducted research and analysis on topics spanning Higher Education, the Economy, and Technology. Concurrently, Jessica channels her energy as a Student Fellow with Civic Influencers, dedicated to empowering youth voters and identifying avenues for improvement in future elections. She also collaborates with non-profits across the State of Arizona to cultivate inclusive communities.
