Jill Aki Hrycyk is a seasoned professional in public affairs and program management, currently serving as a member of the Oregon Recycling System Advisory Council since October 2023. As a Program Manager and Equity Change Team Member at Metro since January 2019, Jill Aki Hrycyk focuses on advancing equity initiatives. Previously, Jill Aki Hrycyk held roles at Grady Britton, including Senior Account Manager and Diversity Equity Inclusion Lead, and worked as a Project Coordinator and Marketing Specialist at PECI. Early career experiences include a position as Project Coordinator at Kallari Cooperative. Educational background includes a Bachelor's Degree in International Relations & Community Development from Portland State University, with an earlier pursuit of a degree in Fashion Design at the Fashion Institute of Technology and studies at Universidad Austral de Chile.