Extracurricular

by Jessica A. Pauly

When she’s not reading and writing, Jessica enjoys baking pies from scratch, sending snail mail to loved ones near and far, practicing Spanish, and spending time with her family. A born and raised Nebraskan who spent a few seasons in New York, Kansas, Indiana, and Utah, Jessica currently resides in the Bay Area.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Consulting

American Institute of Architects (AIA) Utah Equity x Design | Salt Lake City, Utah | Fall 2022–Summer 2023

  • Advised committee on design, execution, and analysis of survey for members
  • Analyzed survey results (n=155) and identified key findings
  • Presented findings to committee
  • Consulted with committee on best practices for improving DEIB efforts in AIA Utah culture
  • Participated in meetings and offered expertise

 Consulting

Extra Space Storage | Cottonwood Heights, Utah | August 2022

  • Conducted research on best practices for communicating healthcare options to employees
  • Conducted research on the topic of remote employees and feelings of belonging
  • Consulted with team on best practices for conducting an employee engagement survey
  • Consulted with team on best methods for researching company culture
  • Participated in meetings and offered expertise

 Consulting

Blunovus | Draper, Utah | August 2021

  • Completed an audit of their program to identify gaps and highlight possibilities
  • Identified ways to present a new model to existing clients
  • Presented findings to the executive team
  • Offered research support and analysis where helpful

Graduate Assistant Program Coordinator

Susan Bulkeley Butler Center for Leadership Excellence | Purdue University | June 2015-May 2017

  • Coordinated and confirmed local and national speakers for program events throughout the year
  • Reviewed fellowship and award submissions by faculty, students and staff
  • Wrote and edited content for the redevelopment of the Center’s website
  • Participated in program development for the Center
  • Assisted Director in various tasks, meetings, and projects

Freelance Writer

Lawrence Journal World | Lawrence, Kansas | August 2013-August 2014

  • Wrote Mrs. Mass column based on personal blog highlighting the local shops, businesses, and events in Lawrence, Kansas
  • Column published weekly in print, online, and on personal blog. www.MrsMass.com

Assistant to the Director

Center for Civic and Social Responsibility | University of Kansas | January 2012-July 2014

  • Supervised and tracked Leadership Studies Certification available to all KU students
  • Conducted dozens of class presentations yearly for the Leadership Studies Certifications
  • Administered $40k budget for the Center
  • Coordinated office schedule and managed supplies

Projects Manager

MARR International Group | New York, NY | October 2010-June 2011

  • Managed Merchandisers Program across the United States
  • Hired and trained merchandisers
  • Managed New York Showroom inventory and office

Retail Merchandiser Coordinator

Marcolin | New York, NY | August 2007-September 2010

  • Assumed all responsibilities with new Merchandisers Program across the United States and Canada
  • Assumed all responsibilities with Promoter Program across United States
  • Managed New York Showroom office and inventory
  • Trained all merchandisers and specialty accounts on all Marcolin brands

ACTIVITIES

Parish Council, Cathedral of the Madeleine, Salt Lake City, Utah 2018-2023