As a graduate from the University of Iowa with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design, Bailey brings experience in customer service, graphic design, branding, and illustration. She develops creative and engaging digital and print designs for clients. These experiences contribute to her interest for designing a variety of work and supporting nonprofits. On her days off, Bailey enjoys walking her dog, exploring the Twin Cities, and attending sporting events.
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
Elf
Kristina is a graduate of Augsburg College (now Augsburg University) and brings 10 years of experience in marketing communications, social media coordination, brand design in a variety of industries. She has a passion for event planning (both at work and at home) and has a keen ability to tap into the mindset of individuals and businesses alike in her communications and outreach efforts. Outside of JMA, she enjoys live music, paddle boarding, and spending time in her newly renovated backyard with her husband and 2 dogs.
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
Klaus
Emma is a recent graduate from Bethel University with a degree in Journalism. She grew up in northern Minnesota, but college led her to the Twin Cities where she enjoys going swing dancing, eating Thai curry and going on late night Target runs with her friends.
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
The Grinch
Kylie Engel graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies and Certificates in Integrative Strategic Communications and LGBTQ Studies. Kylie brings years of experience involved with community center activism and a diverse background working with nonprofits. Her dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion are always at the forefront of any project. Her previous role working with a non-profit dedicated to voting rights advocacy and social change has contributed to her passion to make the world a better place by uplifting the voices of others through community coalition building. In Kylie’s free time she enjoys spending time at Lake Harriet or an oat milk latte at a local Minneapolis coffee shop.
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
Elf
MarLee graduated from Colorado State University with degrees in Music and Psychology. She moved to Eau Claire, WI where she joined the nonprofit sector as a program coordinator then as center director at a youth development agency. MarLee is passionate about creating a safe, inclusive community where people can be the best versions of themselves, which drives her interest in supporting nonprofits. In her spare time, MarLee can be found petting her dog, camping, hiking, spending time at the lake, and exploring all the hidden gems the Northwoods have to offer.
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
Love Actually
Kelley started at JMA as a part-time Development Coordinator while attending the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. Since then, she has worked her way into Operations, Human Resources, and Office Management roles. She graduated from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities with a degree in Economics and minor in Business Management, and one day would like to receive her MBA. On her days off from JMA, she enjoys travelling, going to new restaurants, playing with her dogs Charlie & Winston, and spending time with family and friends.
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
The Holiday
Michaela graduated from Minnesota State University, Mankato with a degree in Gender and Women’s Studies and with a certificate in Nonprofit Management. Prior to her time at JMA, she has worked in the nonprofit sector for the past several years. Michaela has experience in communications, grant writing, and direct services. In her free time, she enjoys shopping at vintage stores, paddle boarding on the chain of lakes, and attending concerts.
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A recent graduate from Seattle University with a degree in Journalism and Theology, Karissa brings her passion for storytelling and non-profit work to the JMA team. During her time in Seattle, she worked with several non-profits, organizing volunteer events and working as a communication consultant for Bloedel Reserve. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, cross stitching and reading.
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
Merry Madagascar
Natalie graduated from St. Olaf College with a B.A. in Environmental Studies on the social science/policy track. She has a strong passion for community development and social justice, and is excited to begin her career supporting local nonprofits. She hopes to make an overall positive impact on the lives of others and better learn how to support community needs through her role at JMA. In her free time, Natalie enjoys exploring new coffee shops in the Twin Cities as well as biking around the chain of lakes in the warmer months.
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
Klaus
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
Christmas Vacation
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
Jennifer graduated from Texas Lutheran University with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and International Studies and holds a master’s degree from American University in International Peace and Conflict Resolution. During her master’s program, she spent the summer interning for a nonprofit in South Africa that helped other organizations with grantmaking and grant application practices. Through this experience, Jennifer decided to work in the nonprofit field, where she has helped to start a small grant-making program at a nonprofit in St. Paul, written grants, led project evaluation and development teams, and worked as a nonprofit administrator. Outside of the office, Jennifer enjoys reading, quilting, running, and spending time with her husband and dog.
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
Home Alone
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
It’s a Wonderful Life
Greta graduated from the College of St. Benedict with a degree in Communication and a minor in Psychology. Following her graduation, she moved to Boston for a year to be an AmeriCorps tutor at a high school. After enjoying her time and growth there Greta moved back to the Twin Cities. Prior to joining the JMA team, she worked for a local nonprofit supporting individuals with disabilities and their families. She enjoys being immersed in her community both in her professional and personal life. Outside of the office, Greta enjoys being outdoors on walks, bike rides, or anywhere by the lakes.
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
Christmas Vacation
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
The Santa Claus
Melinda is a recent graduate from the University of Minnesota, Duluth with a degree in Marketing. She moved to St. Paul in 2021 and has loved getting to know this beautiful area of Minnesota. Melinda has a passion for connecting people through storytelling & outreach, which has led her to the non-profit sector. She enjoys the Mississippi River Walk and spending time with her family, friends, and puppy, Linus.
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
White Christmas
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
After graduating from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, Gina moved to Minneapolis and quickly fell in love with the city she now calls home. Prior to JMA, Gina worked with ex-offenders integrating back into the community from the criminal justice system, followed by developing fundraising campaigns and assisting with events at a local non-profit. She believes in the importance of funding opportunities for underserved & deserving communities. In her spare time she loves to volunteer at the humane society, take her dog hikes, and explore new spots around the city.
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
Borrowed Hearts
Brian has worked with technology in educational and business settings his entire career. He brings this experience to his work as IT Support and Web Developer at J. Murphy & Associates. When he’s not troubleshooting tech problems, Brian can be found in his garden, out on a bike ride, or tinkering in his home workshop.
What is your favorite Holiday movie?
The Nightmare Before Christmas