Jeanessa Smith

Jeanessa Smith is a lifelong Grand Rapidian who currently serves as the deputy city clerk for the City of Grand Rapids. Jeanessa earned a master’s of business administration degree from Baker College and a master of library and information science degree from Texas Woman’s University.

Jeanessa has spent more than a decade working in various roles at the Grand Rapids Public Library. She thrives on human connection and knowledge-sharing. In her free time, she enjoys three of her favorite things: gaming, cats and Korean food.