We Know Rural
Meet Our Team
We’re a group of community-minded thinkers, doers, and advocates who care deeply about the future of rural places. Each of us brings something a little different to the table, but we’re united by one mission: helping rural people, businesses, and communities thrive.
Jessica Meyers
Chief Executive Officer
Jessica Meyers grew up in the small towns of Winner and Vermillion, SD, and earned her degree from SDSU. After a decade living in major U.S. cities, she’s now settled in Sioux Falls with her family. With over 20 years of experience in sales and recruiting, spanning publishing, healthcare, and more, Jessica has led national teams and earned top honors along the way. She’s now the co-founder and CEO of PorchLight, helping rural communities attract and retain talent. Jessica is the visionary who created the first-ever PorchLight Certification, a platform that connects rural workforce development with real job opportunities.
Your Hometown’s Claim to Fame
Pheasant capital of the world.
Biggest Small-Town Flex
Our marching band played at halftime of football games, with football players still in full pads joining in because they were key to the formation.
Darcy Andersen
Recruiter
Darcy brings a genuine understanding of rural communities. She grew up along the Vermillion River in rural Turner County, SD, and recently returned to take over her family’s 150-year-old farm. A proud SDSU grad, Darcy spent 21 years in TV news before making a career change to join PorchLight as a recruiter. Deeply rooted in small-town life, her graduating class from Hurley High had just 13 students. She’s also the president of the Turner County Fair Board, a big supporter of 4-H, and enjoys baking, growing cut flowers, and spending time with her nieces. She shares the farm with two donkeys, a Newfoundland named Oklahoma Thunder, and a few barn cats.
Parade Candy Strategy
Stand back and let the candy come to me. Safety first.
Biggest Small-Town Flex
13 kids in my graduating class. K‑12 all under one roof at the time.
Connect with us
We’re here to listen, learn what matters to you, and help you take the next right step, whether that’s finding a job, hiring great people, or supporting your community.