Jessica is the Director of Business Development here at HLJ Creative. She works with new and existing clients to scope projects, track progress, and build trusting relationships. Her attention to detail is her strength. She’s easy to talk to and takes our clients’ interests to heart.
Jessica studied Philosophy and Spanish at Agnes Scott College. Shortly after graduation, she began her career in marketing at IBM. During her 14-year tenure at Big Blue, she managed a complex portfolio of marketing initiatives, including development of print materials, web design and content management, event production, and sales education. Post-IBM, she managed operations for Mann Global Health, a public health consulting firm, and launched Watershed Consulting Group, a public affairs and political consulting firm.
When she isn’t writing new proposals or coordinating with our team and clients on project details, Jessica is most likely trying a new recipe, listening to a podcast, planning a trip, or attending a performance of the South Carolina Ballet.
Best color: Burnt umber
Must drink: Oatmilk latte
Ambitions: Write a book
Favorite band: Candy Coffins (She kind of knows the lead singer)
Pet peeve: Misuse of there/their/they’re
Words of Wisdom: “Do your best. Be kind to others.”