Jessica Newfield

Jessica Newfield is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in community engagement, mentorship, and strategic program management across various organizations. Currently serving as a Senior Program Consultant at Sustainable Ocean Alliance, Jessica Newfield manages the Global Mentorship Program and leads the Our Ocean Conference Youth Summit. Previous roles include Project Manager at CivicMakers, where Jessica Newfield applied equity-first methods for stakeholder engagement, and Community Builder at WWF, focusing on innovation in conservation. A Master's degree in Public Affairs from the University of California, Berkeley, complements Jessica Newfield's Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from McGill University, reinforcing a robust foundation in climate and tech policy.