Jessica Sherry
About Jessica Sherry
Jessica Sherry serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Share Our Strength | No Kid Hungry, where she has worked since 2018. She has held various financial management roles within the organization and possesses a strong educational background in business and economics.
Work at Share Our Strength
Jessica Sherry has held multiple roles at Share Our Strength | No Kid Hungry, demonstrating a progressive career in financial management. She began as Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis in 2012 and advanced to Senior Manager in 2013. From 2014 to 2017, she served as Director of Finance/Controller, where she was responsible for financial stewardship and risk mitigation. In 2018, she became Chief Financial Officer, a position she has held for six years. As CFO, she acts as a strategic partner and advisor to the Board of Directors and the executive leadership team.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Sherry obtained her MBA from Georgetown University - The McDonough School of Business, where she studied Business Administration from 2011 to 2014. She also holds a BA in Economics and Sociology from Boston College, completed between 2003 and 2007. Additionally, she studied abroad at University College Cork in Ireland, enhancing her academic experience. Her expertise includes financial management, accounting, and operations practices, along with proficiency in financial, statistical programming, and information management software applications.
Background
Before joining Share Our Strength | No Kid Hungry, Jessica Sherry worked as an Assistant Analyst at the Congressional Budget Office from 2007 to 2009. She also gained experience in accounting, programs, grants administration, and operations at The Community Foundation for the National Capital Region. Her diverse background in financial analysis and management has contributed to her effective leadership in her current role.
Achievements
Throughout her career at Share Our Strength | No Kid Hungry, Jessica Sherry has been involved in various financial initiatives that support the organization's mission. Her roles have included significant responsibilities in financial planning and analysis, contributing to the organization's overall financial health. She has also played a key role in risk mitigation strategies, ensuring the organization's financial stability.
Passion for Social Causes
Jessica Sherry is passionate about youth development and education, human rights, and economic empowerment. Her commitment to these causes aligns with her work at Share Our Strength, where she contributes to initiatives aimed at reducing childhood hunger and promoting educational opportunities for underserved communities.