Jessica Y. Wen

Jessica Y. Wen is a seasoned professional in design strategy and creative entrepreneurship, currently serving as an Adjunct Professor in the BFA Interaction Design Department at California College of the Arts since August 2023. In addition, Jessica holds a board member position at the MICA Ratcliffe Center for Creative Entrepreneurship, facilitating growth for MICA students and alumni. With extensive experience as Managing Director and Design Strategy Director at West, and as a Strategic Advisor for Both& Apparel, a leader in nonbinary fashion, Jessica excels in fostering innovative design and purpose-driven branding. Previous roles include Creative Director at JWenDesign, Brand Advisor at SOCAP, and key positions at TEDxSanFrancisco and Interbrand, underlining Jessica's expertise in brand design and strategic consulting. Jessica's educational background includes an MBA in Design Strategy from California College of the Arts and a BFA in Graphic Design from Maryland Institute College of Art.