Jess Waldschmidt

Jess Waldschmidt serves as the Assistant Director of Market Research & Strategy at Oregon State University, where significant contributions include leading market research initiatives that resulted in a 7% annual increase in online student enrollment and a 40% growth over five years. With a proven track record in market research management and strategy, Jess has successfully transformed teams, enhanced project output, and informed the development of new online programs. Additional experience includes roles at The Josh Bersin Company as a Fellow, supporting research on AI and learning, and program management positions at Grinnell College and the University of Iowa, where Jess focused on employee development and operational efficiency. Education includes a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Communications from the University of Northern Iowa and further education at Oregon State University.