As an Executive Assistant, Jessica provides comprehensive administrative support to Kim Syman. With grace, poise, and a strong sense of humor, Jessica manages the complex schedules of these two senior team members, facilitating meetings, meeting preparation, and travel arrangements. She also serves as a liaison between the Action Tank, other functions at New Profit, and external stakeholders.
Prior to joining New Profit, Jessica lived Arizona where she worked as a legal assistant for Bonnett, Fairborne, Friedman & Balint, PC. She has also lived in Chicago, where she was an office manager for Messer & Stilp, LTD. Jessica graduated with a bachelor's degree in theatre from Penn State.
Jessica enjoys running, hiking, and stage managing for the theatre. She lives in East Boston with her wonderful husband and their perfect cat.
Q&A
What is the most unusual job you've ever had?An elf at a department store during the holiday season.
Favorite musician or band?
Ani Difranco
Favorite place in the entire world?
Top of the tower of the Guesthouse Boccaccio, Certaldo, Italy