Kayla Messamore

Kayla has an extensive background in the energy sector, culminating in her role as Vice President of Strategy and Long-Term Planning at Evergy. She is now transitioning into the legal field as a J. D. Candidate at the University of Texas School of Law, building on her business and engineering undergraduate degree.

She is actively involved in her new legal community as an Executive Editor for the American Journal of Criminal Law and a fellow of the Travis County Women Lawyers’ Foundation. Kayla also holds a Masters degree in Biblical and Theological Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary, reflecting a deep personal interest.

Unique fact: Kayla made a significant career pivot from a corporate executive in the energy industry to pursuing a law degree.