Term Expires: November 2025

Jessica Vilani was elected to a four-year term in November 2021. She chose Berkley for the excellent schools, community involvement, and sense of safety. Her daughter Sydney currently attends Anderson Middle School.

Jessica earned a bachelor’s degree in Education and a master's in Management. She is also a Senior Certified Professional of Human Resources (SHRM-SCP) through the Society for Human Resource Management. Jessica is a former teacher and now serves as the Director of Channel Relations for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, where she leads strategy for chamber and association relationships as well as agency partnerships. She also has an extensive background in corporate education and human resources.

Jessica has been active in the following organizations:
 

• City Council liaison to the Berkley Area Chamber
• Board Chair, Berkley Citizens Engagement Advisory Committee (CEAC)
• Volunteer for Moms Club Softball and Coach for Berkley Steelers Cheer  
• Former Board Chair, Serenity Services of Detroit