Growing up, Jessica spent half of her time in California and the other half across the Pacific Ocean in Taiwan. The two distinct cultures, natural resources, and geography have shaped her world view and sparked creativity in her work. She has been fascinated by the Bay Area's entrepreneurial spirit since she began her Masters of Development Practice Degree at UC Berkeley. She co- founded a sustainability pop-up museum, the Museum of Tomorrow, to capture the attention of youth & young adults through a playful, action-oriented approach.

In addition to outreach, Jessica has been working on systematic decarbonization and resource conservation at SMCCCD as the Sustainability Coordinator. Currently her main work surrounds Climate Action Plan implementation. Outside of work, Jessica is an avid traveler who enjoys discovering small local cuisines & sustainable shops, and expressing her creativity through content creation and  swimming. 

Annalise is Bay Area native who graduated from the Cañada Middle College program and then went on to study Environmental Science at University of California, Los Angeles. She brings valuable professional experience in urban forestry, gained through her fellowship with the California Climate Action Corps. Most recently, Annalise served as the Green Facilities and Operations Analyst at the San Mateo County Office of Education, where she advised K-12 schools on waste management and regulatory compliance. 

At the District, Annalise is excited to continue her work in zero waste initiatives and energy efficiency projects. In her free time she enjoys reading, sewing, and baking!

Maggie is a Texas native, who recently graduated from University of Oregon with a B.S. in Environmental Studies, Food Studies, and Legal Studies. She focused her undergraduate research on sustainable agriculture and uplifting small farms through law. Most recently, Maggie worked as the Office and Outreach Assistant for UO's Student Sustainability Center, where she helped plan sustainability focused events on campus and engaged student volunteers. This year, Maggie is serving as a Zero Waste Fellow for California Climate Action Corps before pursuing law school. 

In her free time Maggie enjoys running, reading, and simply being outside!

Zoe grew up in Phoenix, Arizona, known as the “Valley of the Sun,” before moving to California for college. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from Santa Clara University, where she discovered a passion for environmental education. As a student, she interned with several nonprofits, gaining hands-on experience in curriculum development, native plant landscaping, and youth climate advocacy. For her senior project, she designed an interactive, culturally relevant garden corridor for a local Title I school. 

At the San Mateo County Community College District, Zoe supports the District’s Zero Waste goals by working with Zero Waste Ambassadors, leading Sustainability Workshops, and helping organize Earth Fest. She is especially passionate about uplifting the role of youth in climate action. 

Outside of work, Zoe enjoys exploring local hiking trails and tending to her backyard garden, which often doubles as a fresh produce buffet for wildlife.