Jessica Amaya

Jessica Amaya is the proud middle daughter of two immigrants and a lifelong Chicagoan who brings personality to everything she does. She currently serves as a Global Supply Manager at Apple, where she leads cross-functional initiatives across engineering, manufacturing, and operations to deliver meaningful impact at scale.

Jessica kicked off her career building jet engines on the East Coast before returning home to Chicago to blend her love for problem-solving with her commitment to community.  She has spent years mentoring students through programs like Chicago Scholars and HFS, helping young people chase big goals and push through life’s challenges. She is driven to expand access to opportunity, develop future leaders, and build pathways for underrepresented communities, with a long-term dream of launching her own nonprofit.

Jessica holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Northwestern University. She’s a proud dog mom to Leo, an energetic mutt with a big personality. She is halfway to visiting all 7 continents, has explored 42 of 50 states, and can usually be found rooting for da Bears and da Cubs.