Jessica Andino is the Executive Director of the Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition, where she leads advocacy, education, and partnership efforts to increase access to safe, stable, and affordable housing for lower-income residents. Her background includes more than a decade of public health research and community engagement, with a focus on housing as a social determinant of health. Jessica serves on the Board of Directors for Open Heartland and the Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County, and is on the Executive Committee for the Iowa Housing Partnership. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Community and Behavioral Health at the University of Iowa, where her research centers on manufactured home communities and health equity. A lifelong resident of Johnson County, Jessica enjoys spending time with her family, supporting local soccer initiatives, traveling abroad, and serving the community through various groups and committees.
