Jesse Ball is a Communications Specialist at Michigan Department of Transportation. Colleagues describe him as "Jesse is a valued member of the MDOT communications team. He is responsible for designing and delivering MDOT's social media strategy, including setting the tone and voice used throughout our online efforts. Jesse also proof reads and reviews all communication, both external and internal, to ensure it is accurate and meets all ADA and MDOT standards. In a world where some folks on the internet are getting nastier everyday, Jesse uses facts, good humor and a consistent calmness to gain followers and build allies. He is professional and never misses an opportunity to engage and set the record straight. Jesse takes great pride in his work, setting a high standard for himself that he never fails to deliver on."