Jessica D. Lawrence is an Atlanta native and public service professional with extensive experience in strategic operations, workforce development, and community-centered leadership. She earned an Associate of Science in Business Administration, a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy with a pre-law concentration, and later completed a Master of Public Administration, grounding her career in both analytical and ethical approaches to public problem solving. With more than a decade of experience supporting mission-driven programs, Jessica has built a reputation for strengthening systems that serve families, caregivers, and underserved communities across Georgia. Her leadership is informed by her lived experience as a first-generation college graduate and longtime caregiver, which fuels her commitment to creating programs and environments where people feel seen, supported, and empowered. Jessica lives in Atlanta with her twin children. In her free time, she enjoys writing, community volunteering, and developing creative projects that bring people together and inspire meaningful conversation.