Jessica Yung
About Jessica Yung
Jessica Yung is a Donor Engagement Manager at Greater Chicago Food Depository, specializing in organizing events that enhance donor engagement. She has over five years of experience in event planning and relationship management, with a background in hospitality leadership.
Current Role at Greater Chicago Food Depository
Jessica Yung serves as the Donor Engagement Manager at Greater Chicago Food Depository, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she specializes in organizing high-quality events that enhance donor engagement and support the organization's mission. Her focus is on building relationships with donors and ensuring that their contributions are recognized and valued.
Previous Experience at Greater Chicago Food Depository
Prior to her current role, Jessica Yung worked at Greater Chicago Food Depository as the Events Manager from 2018 to 2020 and as the Events Coordinator from 2016 to 2018. During her time in these positions, she developed and executed various events aimed at increasing community involvement and donor support.
Educational Background
Jessica Yung studied at DePaul University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Commerce with a focus on Hospitality Leadership in Event Management from 2010 to 2014. Additionally, she attended City University of Hong Kong for 11 months in 2012, where she studied Hong Kong Contemporary Studies in Language, Commerce, and Culture.
Event Planning Experience
Jessica Yung has over five years of experience in event planning and relationship management, particularly within mission-driven organizations. She has worked in various capacities, including as an Events Assistant at Oliveaire Artisan Events & Meetings and as a Resource Management Intern at Chicago Event Management. Her background includes roles that emphasize exceptional customer service and effective event execution.
Community Engagement and Volunteer Work
Jessica Yung has been involved in community engagement through her role as the Miss Chicago Chinatown Friendship Ambassador from 2013 to 2017. This position allowed her to promote cultural awareness and community involvement within the Greater Chicago Area.