Jessica Rose Email & Phone Number

New York, New York, Us

As CFO of the GIIN, I am responsible for providing stable financial management and strategic guidance, managing the organization’s risk profile, and developing process improvements across multiple operations functions that will support the GIIN in its mission objectives.

Washington, Dc, Us

As the senior-ranking finance executive at The Democracy Collaborative, I oversaw budgeting, forecasting, cashflow management, risk management, and financial reporting for our $6M organization and served as a member of the executive leadership team and Treasurer of the corporation. In addition to my internal-facing role, I co-directed our employee ownership practice and advised cities, foundations, and asset managers on cutting-edge models to expand economic opportunity through employee ownership and was deeply involved in the research and development of innovative, on-the-ground employee-owned business development and financing models.

Served on the founding design and launch team that brought to market The Fund For Employee Ownership, a groundbreaking $11M investment fund, designed to create quality jobs through employee ownership, anchor jobs and wealth in the local community, and generate value for investors. Participated in every aspect of fundraising, product development, due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and deal closing.

Notre Dame, In, Us

Participated on a select team of 25 analysts, with oversight of a $9.5M portfolio for the University of Notre Dame endowment; Applied a variety of analytical methods to arrive at intrinsic company valuations for public stocks; Covered waste management firm, Covanta Holdings (CVA) and organic food manufacturer, Hain-Celestial Foods (HAIN)

Served an international NGO client (Catholic Relief Services); Traveled to remote Guatemala to conduct market research and map a niche agricultural value chain; Led design-thinking focus groups in rural villages; Authored business plan for small-scale producer; Led an interdisciplinary consulting team comprised of experts in biology, engineering, law, international development, and business;

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Leveraged historical financial data and original market research to modeled potential returns and evaluate a new social investment

Reviewed investment opportunities; Supported due diligence efforts; Conducted market research and competitive analyses; Consulted with portfolio companies; Co-authored a business plan for a high-tech start-up; Completed major marketing project involving redefining corporate messaging and developing print and web marketing collateral; Contributed to strategic planning

Advised on funding, corporate structure, and governance; Coached worker-owners; Modeled a multi-tier benefits plan tied to growth metrics; Facilitated an innovation workshop; Designed a holistic marketing strategy to align with company mission and cooperative values

Founded as an undergraduate and grew into a stable, successful enterprise within three years; Managed finance, marketing, client satisfaction; Supervised individualized, goal-driven development plans for 40-50 individual students; Maintained a 90% average annual retention rate and sustained business successfully for a decade; Cultivated strong ownership and service-ethics in program participants; Directed large public events

Oversaw general business for a start-up rock band including booking, contract negotiation, brand development, fan outreach, event planning, accounting and bookkeeping, and online presence

Managed budget; Oversaw strategic planning; Led teams; Instituted & developed community outreach program; Modernized communications & fundraising strategy; Designed & managed website & social media; Managed change; Mitigated conflict through strength & diplomacy

Contributed to strategic planning as a steering committee member; Oversaw volunteer recruitment, retention and scheduling; Collaborated with diverse teams & community leaders; Planned & managed large events & fundraisers; Registered & educated voters in compliance with state and local laws; Assisted with media outreach & PR; Conducted targeted team activities for voter ID and mobilization; Directed voter contact projects; Managed newsletter/list serve; Completed community organizer training in Chicago; Earned national recognition

Orlando, Florida, Us

Substituted in K-5 Music Classrooms; Developed confidence in public speaking and flexibility in content delivery; Became comfortable with rapidly changing work environments

Orlando, Florida, Us

Planned, instructed, and assessed a K-5 music program for a school of 900 students; Developed strategies for communicating with diverse audiences including culturally diverse populations, non-English speakers, and students with disabilities; Completed a goal-oriented professional development plan; Assured compliance with state mandates for safety & curriculum

Taught private instrumental lessons for 35 students; Co-coordinated recitals; Managed inventory, Co-organized registration; Managed communication with multiple stakeholders including students, parents, and administrators; Served as a school-based choral assistant

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Impact Investing, Social Enterprise, Employee Ownership, Consulting

Community Organizer Intensive

Artium Baccalaureus (A.B.)