Colorado State University

Jess Houlihan

PSM Master’s Student

Jessica.Leary@colostate.edu

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Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness at Oklahoma State University

About

Jessica Houlihan holds a degree in Agribusiness from Oklahoma State University and has spent over a decade in the consumer packaged goods industry, specializing in procurement. Her professional journey includes leadership roles at Danone and PepsiCo, where she honed skills in strategic sourcing, contract management, and team building. In recent years, Jessica has reignited her lifelong passion for animal welfare through volunteer work with Golden Retriever Rescue of the Rockies and Colorado Horse Rescue. She is now pursuing a Professional Science Master’s in Zoo, Aquarium, and Animal Shelter Management to bridge her business expertise with her dedication to animal care. Her goal is to transition into a mission-driven career that supports the well-being and rehabilitation of animals. Jessica is currently looking focusing her career goals in non-profit however she is also considering a career path in Zoo or Aquarium.