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Jessica Knocklein

Manager of Academic Partnerships

Jessica is a dedicated leader who is passionate about fostering entrepreneurial talent to address our nations most pressing problems through cross-sector collaboration. Prior to joining the NobleReach team, Jessica served as University Program Lead at the Common Mission Project (CMP), where she spearheaded the expansion of the Innovation for Impact program to over 10 universities, and managed university relationships across their national security and impact university entrepreneurship programs. Jessica has years of experience with program support, including serving as Program Assistant for the Centers for German and European Studies at the University of Virginia, and internship experience at the U.S. Department of State. Jessica graduated from the University of Virginia with a M.A. in European Studies and a B.A. in Global Studies Security and Justice with a minor in German.