Meet your mentor, Jelissa.

Jelissa is from the Bronx and graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Hospitality Management. She now works as the Senior Regional Director of Commercial Strategy for the Northeast, where she helps hotels make smart pricing decisions and strengthen their business. She’s a problem solver, loves connecting with people, and stays busy exploring new places, listening to podcasts, spending time with family, and being active in her church. She’s mentored students before and is excited to give back again.

You and Jelissa connect in some meaningful ways. You’re both detail-oriented, creative thinkers who care about building trust and meaningful relationships. She’ll be someone you can talk to openly, who understands what it’s like to balance worries with big dreams, and who can help guide you as you explore careers and prepare for your future—especially as you think about fields like business or tech. She’s excited to support you, help you stay organized, encourage your ideas, and walk with you through each step as you become a guiding light for your younger sister too.