Nessia B.

Nessia B. is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in policy analysis and food systems, currently serving as a Senior Policy Analyst at ChangeLab Solutions since February 2018. Previously, Nessia worked at the USDA from October 2012 to February 2018, progressing from a Program Specialist to a Senior Program Specialist, focusing on policy advocacy and providing technical support to various stakeholders. Earlier roles include serving as a Rural Agriculture and Food Security Specialist with the Peace Corps, managing farmers markets as a Market Manager at the Agricultural Institute of Marin, and interning in various organizations focused on social justice and policy. Nessia holds a Master's degree in Public Health from San Francisco State University and a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and Affairs from the University of Southern California.