Jessica Barfield

Jessica Barfield has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Jessica is currently the Director of Tucson Business Development at Local First Arizona. Prior to that, they worked at Bryant & Stratton College as the System Manager of Default Prevention for almost nine years. In addition, Jessica founded their own consulting company called Jess Barfield Consulting in 2011, where they were actively involved until now. Jessica also co-founded 111 Park Espresso Bar & Cafe in 2015 and was involved until 2021. Earlier in their career, they worked at Delta Career Education Corporation, Journal Broadcast Group, KRTN Radio, and The Trinidad Chronicle News, gaining experience in roles such as Student Loan Help Center Manager, On Air Producer, On Air Personality & Traffic Manager, and Northeastern New Mexico Reporter/Sales Rep.

Jessica Barfield's education history includes a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Project Management from Western Governors University. Jessica also obtained a Certificate in Economics from the University of Oklahoma in 2020. In 2021, they pursued studies in Real Estate at the Hogan School of Real Estate.

In addition to their formal education, Jessica holds certifications such as the NM Economic Development Certification obtained from the International Economic Development Council in September 2018, the CompTIA Project certification obtained from CompTIA in May 2015, and the Innovative Leadership certification from Innovator Mindset (specific details regarding the obtained month and year are not provided).