Jess Bowen

Jess Bowen is an experienced professional in visual merchandising, marketing, and community building, currently serving as the Visual Merchandising Team Lead at Patagonia's Austin Store since September 2022. In addition to this role, Bowen participates in the Art Review Committee for 2023-24 and has completed an environmental internship with Nest, facilitating partnerships with a focus on sustainability. Previously, Bowen worked at tonlé, leading marketing initiatives for a zero-waste fashion brand, and at Global Mamas, where significant social media growth and fundraising efforts were achieved. Bowen's career also includes roles at Ten Thousand Villages, Little Flowers Montessori, Rogers Park Montessori School, the United States Peace Corps, and Von's Shops, showcasing a diverse background in customer relations, education, and creative design. Educational credentials include a BA in Fine Arts from Purdue University and Montessori certification.