J'REYESHA (JAY) BRANNON

J'reyesha is a born and raised Portlander. She is a University of Portland alumni (Class of 2015), where she graduated with a degree in civil engineering. J'reyesha currently works as a design engineer and project manager for the City of Portland. She is passionate about accessibility and inclusion for communities of color, particularly in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. Outside of work, she is a lifelong volunteer, currently holding roles in various community organizations - NAACP Environmental Justice Chair, President of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Portland Professionals, Good in the Hood Planning Committee, etc. In her spare time, she manages a small vintage resale business and is an artist.