Jes is an urban economist and planner passionate about fostering economic growth and equitable development. He finds value and is proficient in using quantitative and qualitative data to help both public and private clients make critical decisions about their communities. Jes uses his technical background in demographic and spatial analysis in various EPS practice areas with a special interest in real estate economics, parks and open space economics, and public finance projects.

Jes joined EPS in 2022 after working for place-based community development organizations in St. Louis, MO. He has a Master’s Degree in Sociology from Saint Louis University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and Psychology from Fontbonne University. In his free time, Jes enjoys cycling, hiking, running half marathons and exploring all the food, farmers markets, and neighborhood spaces that Sacramento has to offer.

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