Jessica Schwartz has nearly ten years experience in fundraising, communications and administrative support. Prior to joining Creative Capital she worked at the Center for Active Design, The New School and Sotheby’s. In May 2020, she received her MA, Theories of Urban Practice from Parsons School of Design. Her thesis focused on equitable rooftop farming — a proposal for which she received a research grant. She holds a dual bachelor’s degree in English Literature and History from Hartwick College. Originally from New Jersey, she has lived in New York City since 2014.