Jessica Artibee, hired in October 2014 as the Upper Midwest Bakery Association’s executive director, has been surrounded by the baking industry her entire life. Hailing from northern Michigan, Artibee has been volunteering at bakery conventions and events since her father, Clayton Artibee, became involved with the association in 2000.

Jessica Artibee has an associate's degree in Applied Science from South Central College in graphic design and has advanced her career with several local companies, including her current position as a graphic designer at Birchwood Casey in Eden Prairie, MN. Artibee also has additional experience in web design, marketing, and non-profit management she is pleased to be bringing to the UMBA. She served as public relations vice president of the Delano Jaycees in 2010, 2011, and 2013, and as the chapter’s president in 2012.

Contact information:
Jessica Artibee
Executive Director, Upper Midwest Bakery Association

320-296-1443
uppermidwestbakery@gmail.com
6280 Audubon Circle, Apt. #4
Excelsior, MN 55331