Meet your Big sis

Jess Jackson is an influential speaker and writer dedicated to intersectional equity and learning content strategy. As the author of "Sis, You're Copper," Jess has crafted a holistic self-help wellness framework inspired by her life as a Big, bi-racial Black Queer woman from Detroit navigating a major depressive disorder diagnosis.

Jess is not only the insightful host of the Art of Impact Podcast, where she empowers leaders through mindful discussions and actionable insights but also the founder of Copper House Detroit, a cannabis-themed, community-centered short-term rental in Detroit's Northwest side.

Her remarkable journey and expertise have gained recognition on platforms such as Mic, Thrillest, Association for Talent Development, TedX, Michigan Advance, Learning Solutions Magazine, and ACPA. A graduate of the University of Michigan with a concentration in Sociology and a sub-concentration in Economy, Business, and Society, Jess holds both an M.ED and MBA, graduating Summa Cum Laude in each discipline.

Jess's dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion has earned international acclaim, with a focus on impact-driven strategies in education and DEI. She authored TorranceLearning's groundbreaking curriculum, Cultivating Racial Equity in the Workplace (CREW), a comprehensive micro-learning training program rooted in evidence-informed best practices derived from social psychology research. Her dynamic facilitation and training skills have made a lasting impact on large education-focused organizations.

Beyond her contributions to education, Jess is a trailblazer in the cannabis industry, advocating for the visibility and inclusion of marginalized communities. In her role as the former Director of External Affairs and Social Equity at Common Citizen, Michigan's largest vertically integrated cannabis producer, Jess strategically directed external affairs initiatives related to social responsibility and community benefit partnerships. Managing a 1.1 million-dollar reinvestment portfolio, she led philanthropic efforts, earning recognition from state regulators for her Gold-Star program design. 

As a vocal community advocate, Jess has served on multiple non-profit boards, including Michigan NORML, the Redemption Foundation, and Pink Sesh, solidifying her position as an influential leader in both education and the cannabis sector. For inquiries, reach Jess at iamjesshuman@gmail.com, and join her on the journey towards a more inclusive and empowered future by connecting to her on social media @IamJessHuman.