TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Today, Sierra Club Florida announced it has appointed Jessica Clark Wisdom as the organization’s new development director.
Jessica brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Sierra Club, with nearly two decades of experience in fund development, management, and communications within nonprofits, government, political campaigns, and committees. Her extensive career spans various prominent organizations, showcasing her proven success in driving impactful initiatives and fostering strategic partnerships.
Prior to the Sierra Club, Jessica held key leadership positions with Obama for America, where she played a pivotal role in orchestrating successful fundraising campaigns in Florida, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. She further demonstrated her acumen in political advocacy and campaign management when she served as Deputy Campaign Manager for Charlie Crist’s campaign for Governor.
Jessica's dedication to environmental advocacy is evident in her tenure at the NRDC Action Fund, where she spearheaded initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable policies and raising awareness about pressing environmental issues. Her commitment to effecting positive change extends beyond the political sphere, as reflected in her impactful work with the Alliance for the Arts, Family Initiative, BIG ARTS and the City of Cape Coral.
With a robust track record of delivering results and building meaningful relationships, Jessica will be a driving force for expanding Sierra Club Florida’s fundraising capacities, and advancing the Chapter’s goals for outreach, advocacy, and growth.
Susannah Randolph, Sierra Club Florida Chapter Director said, “We are thrilled to welcome Jessica Clark Wisdom as Sierra Club Florida’s Development Director. The Florida environmental movement has entered a critical time, and it’s crucial we are cultivating relationships that can deliver dramatic, lasting change for our state in 2024 and beyond. Jessica’s expertise and leadership are an invaluable addition to our team, and we are confident she will take our Chapter’s fundraising success to new heights in her role.”
Jessica Clark Wisdom, Sierra Club Florida Development Director said, “I am delighted and honored to join Sierra Club Florida as the Chapter’s Development Director. Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to advancing progressive causes and building diverse coalitions that are united for positive change. I look forward to working with environmental advocates and supporters of all backgrounds to further Sierra Club Florida’s mission of creating a better, brighter future for our state.”
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