Jessica Wickens
About Jessica Wickens
Jessica Wickens serves as the Chief Financial Officer at ChangeLab Solutions, a position she has held since 2017. She has a diverse background in finance, having previously worked in various roles at ChangeLab Solutions and served as the Director of Development & Operations at Centro Legal de la Raza from 2007 to 2011.
Current Role at ChangeLab Solutions
Jessica Wickens serves as the Chief Financial Officer at ChangeLab Solutions, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she oversees the financial operations of the organization, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic financial planning. Her leadership contributes to the overall financial health of ChangeLab Solutions, which focuses on advancing health equity and improving community health outcomes.
Previous Experience at ChangeLab Solutions
Before becoming Chief Financial Officer, Jessica Wickens held several positions at ChangeLab Solutions. She worked as a Financial Analyst from 2011 to 2013, then transitioned to Finance Manager for 10 months in 2013. Following that, she served as Director of Finance from 2014 to 2017. Her progressive roles at the organization reflect her expertise in financial management and operational oversight.
Experience at Centro Legal de la Raza
Jessica Wickens worked at Centro Legal de la Raza as the Director of Development & Operations from 2007 to 2011. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing development initiatives and operational functions, contributing to the organization's mission of providing legal services and advocacy for low-income communities.
Educational Background
Jessica Wickens earned a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from the University of Chicago, where she studied from 1995 to 1999. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Fine Arts in Writing from the California College of the Arts, completing her studies from 2005 to 2007. Her educational background provides a diverse foundation for her professional career.