Jessica Pretty

Jessica Pretty is a community builder, business strategist, and craft beer lover who has spent her career in support of Canadian entrepreneurship. As the current Managing Director of Ignite Capital, she is a noted park person who takes great pride in her work in fueling the growth of new businesses. With a Post Graduate Certificate in Consulting and Advanced Diploma in Marketing from George Brown College, she brings a wealth of experience to her work. Jessica has held a variety of positions, including Professor at George Brown College, Logistics Supervisor at Brands For Canada, and Program Manager at both Ignite Capital and Business in the Streets. She has also served as a mentor at the Institute of Entrepreneurship and Community Innovation and as President of Enactus. In her free time, Jessica loves to brunch, enjoying the best food and drink Toronto has to offer.