Jessica grew up in Salina and graduated from Salina South High School. She went on to earn her Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology with a minor in Business from Kansas State University. She has been a volunteer with the Love, Chloe Foundation for the past 15 years and previously worked at Salina Regional Health Center as a member of the Physician Recruitment and Business Development team. Most recently, Jessica worked in Donor Services at the Greater Salina Community Foundation. Jessica and her husband, Matt, have four daughters, Emily, Grace, Katie and Olivia. They also have have three dogs and a cat, Winston, Hazel, Harvey and Patrick. In her spare time, Jessica enjoys spending time with family and friends, kayaking, attending school activities, and volunteering.