Jessica R.

Jessica R. has a diverse work experience in the field of strategy, policy, and government engagement. Jessica started their career in 2011 at BIS, where they worked on the Information Economy team until 2013. In 2014, they joined the Department of Culture Media and Sport as the Head of Future Technology in the Digital Economy Unit. Jessica then moved to Digital Catapult in 2015, where they held various roles including Director Government Engagement and Policy, Director Policy and Strategy, and Chief Strategy and Policy Officer. Jessica is currently serving as the Chief Strategy and Policy Officer at Digital Catapult as of December 2020.

Jessica R. attended the University of Leeds from 1996 to 2000, where they obtained a major in German Language and Literature with a minor in Microbiology. Their studies focused on 20th Century German literature, the German Student Movement, and medical microbiology. Prior to attending university, they attended Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School Horncastle, but no specific degree or field of study is provided.