Jessica Raymond is a tenured nonprofit strategist with a heart for people and service to others. Her work within the nonprofit sector focuses on systems-level change, community building, equity, and justice. Jessica’s leadership of multimillion dollar federal grants, capacity building with nonprofits across the county, and deep strategic engagement in national nonprofit strategy are areas where she truly finds her joy in the sector. Her work ethic is guided by the belief that “when you get, give and when you learn, teach”. 

Jessica’s impactful work on the HIV epidemic in Central Florida led to her nomination to chair the 2018 United States Conference on AIDS (USCA) where she, in partnership with the National Minority AIDS Council (NMAC), helped to welcome over 3,200 conference attendees to Orlando, Florida. Shortly thereafter, she was selected as a 2018 Orlando Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree.

In every capacity that she has served, Jessica’s career has consciously centered marginalized communities with an emphasis on the continued empowerment of historically disenfranchised groups. Jessica is a graduate of the University of Florida with highest honors and of the Crummer Graduate School of Business with honors. She was the recipient of the prestigious Martin Bell Scholarship, an award reserved for exemplary senior nonprofit leaders. Jessica was also selected by her graduating class to receive the 2023 Executive Leadership award for outstanding contributions in leadership, learning support, and goodwill.

Jessica is certified in nonprofit board governance, effective facilitation, and leadership. Born to immigrant parents, her Surinamese and Grenadian heritage have shaped who she is today with Soca, Calypso, Reggae, and Afrobeats being among her favorite types of music.

In every capacity that she has served, Jessica’s career has consciously centered marginalized communities with an emphasis on the continued empowerment of historically disenfranchised groups.