Jessica Kennett Cork

Jessica Kennett Cork is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in digital strategy, community engagement, and public relations, currently serving as Vice President of Digital Strategy at YKK since February 2013. With a strong background in corporate communications, Jessica has previously held leadership roles at YKK, including Vice President of Community Engagement and Corporate Communications, where strategic initiatives were developed for a large workforce across multiple countries. Prior experience includes significant roles at the Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta, managing the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program's educational affairs, and serving as a Translator/Interpreter at Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp. Jessica holds a B.A. in Japanese Language and Literature from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and an M.A. in Advanced Japanese Studies from The University of Sheffield.