As Director of Communications and Events, Jessica Augat provides strategic leadership for NEEP’s communications, marketing, events, and external relations. She guides organization‑wide messaging and storytelling, strengthens stakeholder engagement, and advances NEEP’s mission through integrated communications strategies and regional events. Since joining NEEP in 2019, she has played a key role in shaping meaningful industry relationships and elevating the organization’s brand and outreach.
Jessica has worked in event management, marketing, and communications since 1996, supporting industries including higher education, craft brewing, and consumer electronics. She holds a B.A. in interdisciplinary studies with concentrations in business administration and public relations, along with a certificate in emergency management.
Q: Name one thing you can't live without.
A: Water...literally. Coffee...figuratively.
Q: What's something about you that would surprise people?
A: My husband and I were married on the Knife Edge at Mount Katahdin.
Q: If you weren't working at NEEP, what other job would you have?
A: A renowned food critic who travels the world.
