Jessica Petrunti received her B.A. in communication studies and multimedia design from McMaster University in 2016, and a postgraduate certificate in public relations from Mohawk College in 2017. While completing her undergraduate studies, she began working at CERC@MARC in 2012, supporting automotive engineering researchers with various administrative and research tasks. Since then, she has contributed to numerous communication initiatives for the Faculty of Engineering and provided project support to the IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification journal. Jessica now serves as Communications Officer and Research Coordinator for the group.
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Born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario, Jessica’s decision to attend McMaster University was an easy one. It allowed her to stay close to her family and continue her work with the City of Hamilton. During her first year at McMaster, she decided to look for work within the university, realizing it was the right time to gain experience in her field.
In addition to her studies, Jessica was heavily involved in campus life. She participated in student activities, led clubs, and planned events, which fuelled her passion for marketing, project management, and communications. Her determination and dedication to learning and growth have brought her to where she is today. Working at CERC@MARC has given her an excellent opportunity to expand her knowledge of business while collaborating with highly professional and intelligent colleagues.
Jessica enjoys learning and keeping up with new industry trends and developments, always striving to improve and grow. This drive is reflected in her volunteer work with local organizations such as the International Association of Business Communicators and The Order Sons and Daughters of Italy. Her involvement on various boards has strengthened her ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and competing demands.
In her spare time, Jessica loves cooking and baking, often experimenting with new recipes or discovering great restaurants in the city. She enjoys swimming and playing sports such as soccer, volleyball, baseball, and pickleball. The arts have also been an important part of her life. She has always loved painting and drawing, and more recently developed a passion for digital media and graphic design.
Only time will tell where Jessica’s career path will lead, but it’s clear the possibilities are endless for this talented young woman.
