Jessica Smith is a trailblazer in Industry Education, driving major advancements over the past 15 years at the intersection of Higher Education and the Creative Industry. As co-founder of S.E.E.D. (School for Experiential Education in Design), Jessica developed a groundbreaking industry-first platform bridging education to careers through a two-year college alternative, smashing barriers, and championing women of color in the footwear realm. Jessica’s impact also extends to top universities such as Columbia, UCLA, and Portland State, along with Fortune 500 organizations like Nike and adidas.