Jessica Kendust

Jessica Kendust has a diverse and extensive work history in the field of public affairs and politics. Jessica most recently worked at PLUS Communications, where they held the roles of Managing Director, Senior Director, and Director of Advertising & Public Affairs, from 2018 to the present.

Prior to their time at PLUS Communications, they worked as a Managing Director at FP1 Strategies, LLC, starting in 2018. In this role, they were responsible for managing various projects and teams.

Before that, Jessica held positions at the Jacksonville Mayor's Office, where they served as the Director of Boards and Commissions from 2016 to 2018, and as the Executive Assistant to Mayor Lenny Curry from 2015 to 2016.

Jessica also has experience in political campaign work, having served as the Political Director for Lenny Curry's mayoral campaign in 2014, and as the Northshore Regional Field Director for Bill Cassidy's US Senate campaign in the same year.

Earlier in their career, Jessica worked as a Member Services and Communications Assistant at the Florida Senate Majority Office in 2014, and as a Public Relations Intern at the Florida Department of Corrections in 2013.

Jessica also gained experience through internships at the Republican Party of Florida, Bascom Communications & Consulting LLC, and idgroup, where they focused on political and communication-related tasks.

Overall, Jessica Kendust has a strong background in public affairs, political campaign management, and communications, demonstrating their expertise and dedication in these areas.

Jessica Kendust has a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies from Florida State University. Jessica also completed a minor in Journalism at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. The specific start and end years for these educational experiences are not provided.