Jesse Kirkey

Jesse Kirkey is a passionate social entrepreneur with a background in Industrial & Systems Engineering. He holds an MBA from Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford. His expertise lies in strategy, project management, and business analytics. He has extensive professional experience in the private sector, working for companies like ZS Associates, GE, and Johnson Controls. Jesse is currently the Senior Director of Ministry IT Operations & Support at World Vision and has previously held various positions such as Director of Systems Implementation & Support, Manager of Information & Reporting, and Director of Strategy.

As a naturally analytical person, Jesse is skilled in problem-solving and simplifying complex issues. He values social enterprises that bring about legitimate and positive social change. He believes in the power of partnerships and understands the importance of collaboration between the private, public, and third sectors. Jesse is always seeking innovation in social problem-solving while acknowledging the efficacy of traditional solutions.