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 thing about MN winters?
Christmas lights
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 fall beverage?
Apple Cider Moscow Mule
Emma is a graduate from the University of Northern Iowa with degrees in both English and Communications Studies. Originally from Burlington, Iowa, she moved to the Twin Cities to explore job opportunities and the exciting things the Twin Cities has to offer. She has a passion for the nonprofit sector and has previously worked in program coordination, copywriting, media, and development. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her husband and two dogs, Peter and Clover, competitive board game nights, and thrifting.
What do you look forward to every winter?
Decorating for Christmas – especially setting up my Christmas village!
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 are you looking forward to most this winter?
Spending time with my family over the holidays & eating lots of good food
Isabelle is a recent graduate from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Journalism and Digital Media Studies. She brings her passion for event planning and non-profit work to the JMA team. Isabelle is a native to Northeast Minneapolis and in her spare time she likes cooking, watching sports and spending time with family.
What is your favorite winter activity?
Ice skating
Katie graduated from Northern Michigan University with degrees in International Relations and Spanish and a master’s in Public Affairs, with a concentration in Nonprofit Management from Indiana University. She has 6 years of nonprofit work experience including time in the Peace Corps. In her free time, she loves to explore the outdoors with her dog, spend time with friends and try new restaurants in the Twin Cities.
What is your favorite winter activity?
Sledding
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 winter activity?
Making soup
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 do you look forward to every winter?
Skiing & seeing all of the Christmas lights
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.
What is your favorite winter activity?
Going to holiday markets with friends
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 fall activity?
Leaf piles
What is your favorite winter activity?
Cooking
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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 thing about MN winters?
Going cross country skiing or walking across frozen lakes
What do you look forward to every winter?
Going on a warm sunny vacation
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 are you looking forward to most this winter?
Driving around to look at holiday light displays
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 winter activity?
Skating on the lakes
Sara is a recent graduate from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Strategic Communication: Advertising and Public Relations and Spanish Studies with a minor in Political Science. In her free time, she loves to travel and explore the world, try new restaurants and bars across the Twin Cities, and go to concerts/live shows. Sara grew up immersed in the nonprofit world; her dad founded the St. Paul Fire Foundation in 2009 and her mom took over as Executive Director in 2019. She is inspired by how their work directly impacts and benefits their community!
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Michelle is a senior at the University of Minnesota, where she is completing a BFA in graphic design. Her interests lie in packaging design, brand identity, and illustration, but she is eager to explore any application of graphic design. When she isn’t designing, she enjoys reading, writing, and playing D&D.
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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 something you’re looking forward to this fall?
MN Lynx post-season & the start of the Timberwolves 2023-2024 season