Hello!

I’m Jess Rose, a strategist of sorts, with a knack for building connections and finding that through line. I’m happy you are here.

I was born and raised in the Hoosier State. For those of you who aren’t from the Midwest, that’s code name for Indiana. The West Coast has been home to me for the last decade and I’m currently based in Eugene, OR.

It’s all about the experience.

The mobility of ideas and knowledge vary across regions. Insight into the world around us integrates various perspectives that constitute experience and understanding. I have a decade of professional work experience in the private, public, and non-profit sectors, working as an educator, a program manager, an environmental consultant, an event planner, and a strategic communicator. My experiences have spanned the globe and have taught me many things. One truth stands out amongst the rest - I feel deeply about the power of storytelling and authentic connection and their ability to change the way people interact with the world around them. I’m on a quest to make the world a better place. Let’s get going.

What I Like

Running long miles on the trail.
Mastering boulder problems.
Saying hi to strangers.
Talking for too long in the check-out line.
Coffee with heavy whipping cream.
Nerding out over finely laminated cross stratification.
Sunshine over rainy days, but who doesn’t?

What I’m Learning

Good design is just plain fun.
Adobe Illustrator
Drawing in color.
How to keep my dog from barking at strangers.

Life is an endless journey of reveling, discovery and understanding. Don't stop living, exploring, and challenging yourself. Find inspiration in seeking a greater understanding of the world and your place within it. I do every day. Here's to new adventures and new experiences.