Jessica Richey is an entrepreneurial leader and dedicated educator who serves as Board Chair of The Woodlands Ballet Academy. She leverages a unique background in launching business start-ups including non-profits, combined with expertise in educational strategy, to guide the organization's vision for growth and impact. 

As the founder and owner of Thoughtfully Styled, a boutique home styling studio, Jessica successfully grew the company from concept to profitability. The foundational knowledge gained from a BBA at Baylor University continues to inform her financial and strategic oversight on the board. 

This business insight is balanced by a commitment to mission-driven work, which was formalized through an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership and Principalship from SHSU. For TWBA, Jessica’s dual perspective ensures strong direction and operational efficiency while keeping the focus on the mission. Her passion for quality accessible education stems from her years as a foster parent and special populations educator/administrator, which drives her commitment to expanding the organization's scholarships program. Jessica lives in The Woodlands with her husband, Mike and their twins Jack and Sophie.