Jessica joined The Nature Conservancy in 2016 and currently serves as the Ohio Agriculture Director. She brings a broad range of experience in wildlife and fisheries management, hydrology, storm water management, agricultural open channel design, and soil and water resources to The Conservancy’s focus of nonpoint source nutrient reduction and climate adaptation strategies. Jessica has a Master’s degree in environmental science and a PhD in agriculture engineering from The Ohio State University. Jessica also serves on the Board of Supervisors for the Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District and the Ohio Agriculture Conservation Initiative. Jessica lives in Hilliard, Ohio, with her husband, three kids, two dogs, and a turtle.