Jess’s All Hands and Hearts journey began way back in 2009 as a volunteer. After a couple of years of both volunteering and working on programs in Indonesia, Haiti, Japan and the Philippines, she settled into life in the midwestern United States. Soon after, she began work building the new Volunteer Coordination Department and later went on to head International Recovery Operations.

Traveling back and forth to Nepal with a baby turned out to be quite the adventure, so she transitioned over to U.S. Recovery Operations and spent a very busy couple of years supporting teams across the southern United States and the Caribbean. After a couple of years heading the People Development Department, she served as Chief Executive Officer from April 2022 through February 2024. Under Jess’ guidance as CEO, All Hands and Hearts has navigated some of the most devastating disasters in recent history, helping thousands of individuals in their greatest time of need. In February 2024, Jess transitioned to the position of Chief Strategy Officer where she will continue to strengthen All Hands and Hearts impact.