Jabbar Wesley, Mls., M.A.
About Jabbar Wesley, Mls., M.A.
Jabbar Wesley is a Senior Regulatory Affairs Analyst with extensive experience in regulatory assessments and innovation consulting. He currently collaborates with the Midwest Climate Collaborative and has held various roles in organizations such as Spire and the White House Office of Science and Technology.
Work at Spire
Jabbar Wesley has held multiple roles at Spire, including Government Affairs Specialist from 2015 to 2022 and Business & Economic Development Representative from 2007 to 2015. In his current position as Senior Regulatory Affairs Analyst since 2022, he coordinates cross-functional regulatory assessments and facilitates meetings with internal stakeholders. He has played a significant role in opposing problematic infrastructure policy, resulting in cost savings for the company. His experience at Spire includes utilizing Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) for strategic public policy and business strategies.
Education and Expertise
Jabbar Wesley has a diverse educational background, holding a Master's degree in Legal Studies from Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University. He also earned a Master of Arts in Economics from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Additionally, he has completed various certifications, including Business Analytics from Harvard Business School and Cybersecurity from the University of Washington. His expertise includes economic forecasting analysis, ethics, trust, and safety.
Background
Jabbar Wesley's career spans various sectors, including regulatory affairs, economic development, and innovation consulting. He has worked at organizations such as the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. His involvement with the Midwest Climate Collaborative as a Research Agenda Collaborator & Facilitator since 2022 highlights his commitment to addressing climate-related issues. He has also served as Chief Innovation Officer at NOVELCITY CHAMBER OF INNOVATION since 2007.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Jabbar Wesley has collaborated with a range of organizations, including chambers of commerce and economic development councils. He has overseen the Office of Ethics, Human Relations, and Citizen Complaints in Jackson County, Missouri, focusing on legal and ethical issues. His work with the White House Office of Science and Technology involved leading collaborative efforts for the I Have A Dream Summit in 2016. He has also contributed to strategic initiatives that align with public policy and business strategies.