Born into a close-knit military family in Singapore, Jesse and her family moved to Maui before she was even walking, after her father retired from the United States Navy. Growing up in a small town in Hawaii, she had never experienced big city life, so after graduating high school, she decided to change that. And she did.

Jesse moved to the desert to attend Grand Canyon University, where she earned her degree in Pre-Law with a minor in Criminal Justice. She chose to stay in Phoenix to continue her education, working through GCU’s MBA program with a focus on entrepreneurship and real estate.

Although her original plan was to work in the justice system, real estate was always close to home. Influenced by her aunts, who are both successful real estate agents in Hawaii, Jesse developed a strong interest in the industry early on. Years in customer service taught her how to truly listen, stay calm under pressure, and guide people with honesty and care.

After falling in love with the energy, growth, and opportunity Phoenix offers, Jesse has no plans to leave the desert, though she frequently visits Maui and the Philippines to spend time with family.

Outside of work, Jesse enjoys family time, good books, and slow weekends with her dog, Pepper. She loves fantasy novels, brunch at local Phoenix favorites like Lydia’s Kitchen and Sunshine Breakfast Bar, and quiet nights at home. As a devoted fur mama, she does her best to keep Pepper active, but Pepper usually has other plans, like curling up and getting cozy instead, which makes those quiet nights absolutely perfect.