Kiera Jackson (she/her) is a community leader and entrepreneur whose mission is to demand equity and build generational wealth. Drawing on her firsthand experience growing up in Montbello, a neighborhood in Denver, Colorado, Kiera’s passion lies in community development, advocacy, and organizing to challenge systemic inequities and bring attention to the issues impacting her neighbors. She is committed to working collaboratively with her ancestors, mentors, neighbors, and peers to co-create communities where everyone thrives. As an entrepreneur, Kiera is driven to achieve economic freedom by localizing the food system and building generational wealth.
Kiera currently is the Student Support Liaison at Robert F. Smith STEAM Academy– the United States’ first HBCU-style high school. Within her role, Kiera inspires curiosity and passion for sustainable agriculture among BIPOC students and staff through hands-on learning experiences in their garden. She also works directly with students, providing them with social-emotional education while connecting them with organizations and resources beyond the school; ensuring they each receive the specific support they need to thrive.
Beyond her work, Kiera finds solace and inspiration in nature and is deeply appreciative of its reminder that life is cyclical. She understands the importance of rest and rejuvenation to blossom and grow, just as spring brings new life after the winter. In her free time, Kiera enjoys spending time with her husband and three dogs, particularly at the school’s farm or plant store.