Yari DeJesus, MPA
Associate Director of Small Business at Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corporation- Claim this Profile
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Mike Yamaiguer Lopez
Ive known Yari several years and have seen her progression and growth. Knowing our respective backgrounds and understanding the odds that we’ve came across in order to succeed, Yari has been a person I’ve admired because she has always invested in herself — she is brilliant, generous and determined. School wasn’t as prominent for me personally but I have witnessed and admired her efforts in advancing her education. I personally don’t know many people in my network who can say they are from a non-affluent town, with a Master’s Degree, entrepreneurial sport and simultaneously doing good for their community. I believe Yari is very goal oriented and one of the few people I know who are paying everything she has learned forward. She has dedicated herself to serving women in various ways, but more specifically catering beauty services and creating a unique space for women to be themselves and prioritize health and fitness.
LinkedIn User
Yaritza is a dedicated, brilliant, and truly gifted business professional who centers identity, innovation, and growth in all aspects of her work. Yaritza leads with passion and an insatiable desire to learn, and develop new methods to meet organizational needs, and success. Any institution, organization, or client is in excellent hands with Yaritza! Her work speaks for itself, and her commitment to quality is praiseworthy. I had the pleasure of working with Yaritza at Northeastern University. Her commitment to thriving student outcomes, and working alongside her colleagues to support them makes her a joy to work with! This commitment can be translated to any role. Her commitment is one that transforms, and uplifts.
Mike Yamaiguer Lopez
Ive known Yari several years and have seen her progression and growth. Knowing our respective backgrounds and understanding the odds that we’ve came across in order to succeed, Yari has been a person I’ve admired because she has always invested in herself — she is brilliant, generous and determined. School wasn’t as prominent for me personally but I have witnessed and admired her efforts in advancing her education. I personally don’t know many people in my network who can say they are from a non-affluent town, with a Master’s Degree, entrepreneurial sport and simultaneously doing good for their community. I believe Yari is very goal oriented and one of the few people I know who are paying everything she has learned forward. She has dedicated herself to serving women in various ways, but more specifically catering beauty services and creating a unique space for women to be themselves and prioritize health and fitness.
LinkedIn User
Yaritza is a dedicated, brilliant, and truly gifted business professional who centers identity, innovation, and growth in all aspects of her work. Yaritza leads with passion and an insatiable desire to learn, and develop new methods to meet organizational needs, and success. Any institution, organization, or client is in excellent hands with Yaritza! Her work speaks for itself, and her commitment to quality is praiseworthy. I had the pleasure of working with Yaritza at Northeastern University. Her commitment to thriving student outcomes, and working alongside her colleagues to support them makes her a joy to work with! This commitment can be translated to any role. Her commitment is one that transforms, and uplifts.
Mike Yamaiguer Lopez
Ive known Yari several years and have seen her progression and growth. Knowing our respective backgrounds and understanding the odds that we’ve came across in order to succeed, Yari has been a person I’ve admired because she has always invested in herself — she is brilliant, generous and determined. School wasn’t as prominent for me personally but I have witnessed and admired her efforts in advancing her education. I personally don’t know many people in my network who can say they are from a non-affluent town, with a Master’s Degree, entrepreneurial sport and simultaneously doing good for their community. I believe Yari is very goal oriented and one of the few people I know who are paying everything she has learned forward. She has dedicated herself to serving women in various ways, but more specifically catering beauty services and creating a unique space for women to be themselves and prioritize health and fitness.
LinkedIn User
Yaritza is a dedicated, brilliant, and truly gifted business professional who centers identity, innovation, and growth in all aspects of her work. Yaritza leads with passion and an insatiable desire to learn, and develop new methods to meet organizational needs, and success. Any institution, organization, or client is in excellent hands with Yaritza! Her work speaks for itself, and her commitment to quality is praiseworthy. I had the pleasure of working with Yaritza at Northeastern University. Her commitment to thriving student outcomes, and working alongside her colleagues to support them makes her a joy to work with! This commitment can be translated to any role. Her commitment is one that transforms, and uplifts.
Mike Yamaiguer Lopez
Ive known Yari several years and have seen her progression and growth. Knowing our respective backgrounds and understanding the odds that we’ve came across in order to succeed, Yari has been a person I’ve admired because she has always invested in herself — she is brilliant, generous and determined. School wasn’t as prominent for me personally but I have witnessed and admired her efforts in advancing her education. I personally don’t know many people in my network who can say they are from a non-affluent town, with a Master’s Degree, entrepreneurial sport and simultaneously doing good for their community. I believe Yari is very goal oriented and one of the few people I know who are paying everything she has learned forward. She has dedicated herself to serving women in various ways, but more specifically catering beauty services and creating a unique space for women to be themselves and prioritize health and fitness.
LinkedIn User
Yaritza is a dedicated, brilliant, and truly gifted business professional who centers identity, innovation, and growth in all aspects of her work. Yaritza leads with passion and an insatiable desire to learn, and develop new methods to meet organizational needs, and success. Any institution, organization, or client is in excellent hands with Yaritza! Her work speaks for itself, and her commitment to quality is praiseworthy. I had the pleasure of working with Yaritza at Northeastern University. Her commitment to thriving student outcomes, and working alongside her colleagues to support them makes her a joy to work with! This commitment can be translated to any role. Her commitment is one that transforms, and uplifts.
Credentials
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Small Business Certificate
Mel King InstituteMar, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Rape Aggression Self Defense System (RAD)
Northeastern UniversityJun, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Enough Abuse Campaign Trainer Certification
Enough Abuse CampaignNov, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
CPR Certification
American Red Cross -
Preparing Adolescents for Young Adulthood (PAYA)
MA Department of Children and Families
Experience
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Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corporation
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Associate Director of Small Business
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Aug 2022 - Present
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Women on Wheels Boston
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Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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Founder
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Aug 2020 - Present
Women on wheels is a free Boston based cycling community on a mission to have women of all ages ride together. It’s a safe space where women regardless of their cycling level can come ride together for a fun and healthier lifestyle. Partnerships | Sponsorships | Endorsements: •City of Boston •REI •Bern Helmets •Boston Cyclists Union •MassBike •Specialized Boston •Jelenew Women on wheels is a free Boston based cycling community on a mission to have women of all ages ride together. It’s a safe space where women regardless of their cycling level can come ride together for a fun and healthier lifestyle. Partnerships | Sponsorships | Endorsements: •City of Boston •REI •Bern Helmets •Boston Cyclists Union •MassBike •Specialized Boston •Jelenew
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Suite Bella, LLC
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Greater Boston Area
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Co-Owner
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Mar 2013 - Present
Suite Bella is a platform that offers on demand makeup services and workshops to women in Massachusetts. My team and I pride in providing an in-home experience for clients to get their makeup done without the inconvenience of having to go to a retailer. Suite Bella is a platform that offers on demand makeup services and workshops to women in Massachusetts. My team and I pride in providing an in-home experience for clients to get their makeup done without the inconvenience of having to go to a retailer.
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Boston Cyclists Union
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Special Event Manager
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Feb 2022 - Sep 2022
8 month contract BCU is a community based organization which aims to transform the streets of Greater Boston into equitable and inviting people centered spaces affording access and connection for everyone. We accomplish this through organizing, advocacy, public actions and holding city and state agencies accountable to build out the network to safe, protected bike infrastructure. I curate large scale special events in the Greater Boston area in collaboration with local community organizations, small businesses and neighborhood cycling groups. •Organize fun and inclusive neighborhood events centered on active mobility for residents and their families to enjoy •Build visibility through outreach, strategic partnerships and community engagement •Host workshops and educational trainings as it relates to community organizing, urban infrastructure and cycling safety •Mobilize large groups of people via social media outreach and marketing strategies
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City of Boston
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Neighborhood Business Manager, Boston Main Streets
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Nov 2021 - Feb 2022
I oversaw City of Boston’s 20 Main Streets organizations in partnership with a team of neighborhood business managers to provide support to new and existing businesses to enhance the local economic development in Boston’s neighborhoods. •Provided necessary support and resources to Main Streets to address economic inclusion and mobility efforts •Collaborated and assisted the Main Streets Board and Executive Directors •Management or Boston Main Streets annual fiscal budget and renewal of contract agreements •Networker and built a relationship to leverage funding opportunities and technical assistance •Served as main advisor in the Reimagine Boston Main Streets initiative
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Northeastern University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Assistant Director
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Jan 2018 - Oct 2021
Managed the relationship between the Department of Veteran Affairs and Northeastern University through the development of academic support, events, community programming and resources for over 900 enrolled student veterans in the Boston, Seattle, San Francisco and Charlotte campuses. Managed the relationship between the Department of Veteran Affairs and Northeastern University through the development of academic support, events, community programming and resources for over 900 enrolled student veterans in the Boston, Seattle, San Francisco and Charlotte campuses.
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LYNN HOUSING AUTHORITY DEVELOPMENT GROUP INC
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Supportive Services Manager
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Sep 2014 - Sep 2017
In partnership with the Lynn Continuum of Care Committee and the Department of Veteran Affairs, I provided career readiness, financial support, childcare and allocated housing stability resources for at risk veterans in the North Shore area. In partnership with the Lynn Continuum of Care Committee and the Department of Veteran Affairs, I provided career readiness, financial support, childcare and allocated housing stability resources for at risk veterans in the North Shore area.
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Children's Services of Roxbury, Inc.
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Child Specific Social Worker
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Jun 2013 - Sep 2014
In contract with the Department of Children and Families, I provided critical tools, support, short-term/ long-term foster care homes for marginalized at-risk children and youth under DCF custody. I assisted a diverse group in intensive foster care learn how to transition from adolescence to adulthood. In contract with the Department of Children and Families, I provided critical tools, support, short-term/ long-term foster care homes for marginalized at-risk children and youth under DCF custody. I assisted a diverse group in intensive foster care learn how to transition from adolescence to adulthood.
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U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Federal Transportation Security Officer
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Jul 2011 - Oct 2012
Provided airport security by screening baggage and passengers to identify prohibited items from entering an aircraft. Prepared and wrote detailed reports describing major incidents when law enforcement/ Immigration officials were involved. Provided airport security by screening baggage and passengers to identify prohibited items from entering an aircraft. Prepared and wrote detailed reports describing major incidents when law enforcement/ Immigration officials were involved.
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Somerville Police Department
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Somerville, MA
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Crime Analyst Intern
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2010 - 2010
Assisted Somerville Police Department with analyzing and disseminating criminal intelligence, detecting crime trends and series, identifying suspect/crime relationships and research projects on criminal and non-criminal public safety issues. Assisted Somerville Police Department with analyzing and disseminating criminal intelligence, detecting crime trends and series, identifying suspect/crime relationships and research projects on criminal and non-criminal public safety issues.
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Education
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Northeastern University
Master of Public Administration - MPA, Public Administration -
Cambridge College
Business Development Certificate, Business -
Salem State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Criminology