With over two decades of expertise in fisheries, public policy, and stakeholder engagement, Kaety Jacobson brings a wealth of experience in navigating complex environmental, economic, and governmental challenges. As a former County Commissioner for Lincoln County, Oregon, and an experienced Fisheries Extension Faculty member with Oregon Sea Grant, Kaety specializes in bridging the gap between science, policy, and community needs.

Areas of Expertise:

• Government & Public Policy: Extensive experience in budget management, legislation, and policy development at local, state, and federal levels.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Facilitation: Skilled in program development, facilitation, and community-driven decision-making.

• Coastal & Marine Resource Management: Expertise in fisheries management, marine renewable energy, and coastal climate change impacts.

• Disaster Recovery and Resilience: Leadership in long term disaster recovery and resilience efforts.

• Large Scale Grant Acquisition: Proven success in grant writing and managing large grant funded initiatives.

Kaety works with government agencies, non-profits, research institutions, and private industry to develop strategic, innovative, and community-centered solutions. Whether you need expert guidance on policy development, stakeholder engagement, or environmental and economic resilience, or interim leadership roles Jacobson Rural Solutions provides tailored strategies to help you navigate complex challenges and achieve sustainable success.

Let’s build solutions together. 

 Mission Statement

Smart strategies. Strong communities. Lasting impact.

At Jacobson Rural Solutions, we believe that strong communities are built through informed decision-making, inclusive dialogue, and forward-thinking leadership. Our goal is to provide capacity to help clients navigate challenges, build programming, identify funding, and create opportunities for inclusive dialogue with communities. We empower rural and coastal communities with strategic, practical solutions for policy, economic growth, environmental resilience, and capacity building.