meet the board
JAY JOHNSON
Treasurer
Jay Johnson is a U.S. Army veteran, entrepreneur, business owner, and dedicated father who brings a strong foundation in leadership, financial responsibility, and service to his role as Treasurer.
During his military career, Jay served as a U.S. Army non-commissioned officer and achieved the rank of Sergeant, developing extensive experience in leadership, accountability, organization, and managing responsibilities in demanding environments. Following his military service, he continued his passion for leadership through entrepreneurship, building and managing businesses across multiple industries.
Jay understands that strong families are often supported by individuals who quietly carry tremendous responsibilities every day. As Treasurer, he is committed to helping ensure the organization remains financially responsible, transparent, and positioned for sustainable growth so that it can continue empowering and educating mothers and family caregivers.
As a father and family-oriented leader, Jay believes that caregivers deserve access to knowledge, resources, encouragement, and a supportive community. He is honored to contribute his leadership and business experience to an organization dedicated to strengthening the people who spend so much of their lives caring for others.
Jay approaches this role with a commitment to service, integrity, accountability, and creating lasting impact for families and communities.
jessica ellis
Secretary
Jessica Ellis is an Army Veteran and former Military Police Officer whose commitment to service extends far beyond her military career. As a mother of three, Jessica is deeply passionate about supporting children and families and helping them thrive both physically and emotionally.
Her experiences as a mother and advocate have strengthened her belief that no parent should have to navigate life’s challenges alone. Jessica firmly believes that everyone deserves a village—a safe, supportive community where mothers and caregivers feel seen, heard, valued, and empowered.
As Secretary of Mother of Jade, Jessica brings compassion, organization, accountability, and a genuine heart for service. She is passionate about connecting families with resources, advocating for children and caregivers, and creating meaningful opportunities for mothers to support one another. Through her dedication to community and service, Jessica strives to help build a stronger village where every mother knows she does not have to do it alone.