Jes Parker works at the intersection of communications and conservation, inspiring people to care for each other and the natural world. She serves as Director of Communications for Westchester Land Trust, leading marketing and messaging that engage communities, strengthen donor connections, and advance the organization’s mission. Jes is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in conservation, weaving these values into both internal culture and public outreach.

She serves on the boards of the Pollinator Pathway and Norwalk River Watershed Association, and on the steering committee of the Regional Conservation Partnership (RCP) Network. Based in Norwalk, Connecticut, she also helps run MANIFEST, a mobile coffee + community spot, and the Norwalk Silent Book Club. Her background includes roles with conservation nonprofits, marketing agencies, and as a freelance strategist. Jes holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental studies and a master’s in strategic communications.