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Book Jennifer to speak at your event or on your podcast
With a recent completion of her master's degree in organizational leadership and two decades of experience in the beverage and hospitality industry, Jennifer brings a unique blend of perspectives to the table.
Her expertise in both fields offers valuable insights into the parallels between effective leadership and the intricate processes involved in the wine industry: patience, collaboration, and attention to detail.
With the theme “Vintage Leadership: Uncorking the Essential Traits for Success,” Jennifer artfully weaves together personal anecdotes from her time in the wine industry and her role in launching Rooted Connections. These anecdotes serve as living embodiments of the leadership principles she lives and teaches.
Tapping into 80s-era references, Jennifer adeptly highlights how timeless leadership lessons can be drawn from that time. Underscoring how nostalgia and shared experiences can seamlessly foster a sense of belonging and unity among employees, contributing to a vibrant corporate culture.
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leadership
What John Hughes Taught Us About Leadership
In addition to being a prolific writer and director of the 80’s and 90’s, John Hughes movies had element of leadership and vision that provided a relatability for his viewers to get lost in. Exploring some of his cult classics, like Breakfast Club, Pretty in Pink, Weird Science and Ferris Buellers Day Off, we will explore the leadership elements of his characters, the strong theme of “pentimento” (the ability to re-see oneself again) and be reminded of how allowing ourselves to be vulnerable and take a chance, can change the course of your life.
Professional Growth
“Why Can’t I?” - Changing the Narrative to Address Barriers in your Career
The beverage industry is ripe for transformation, and women are key to driving this change. No matter how long you’ve held a role in this industry, one of the keys to growing and advancing your career is to hold onto the “why?” part of you that lived within as a child. “Why can’t I?” is a question that should be asked and explored within to combat fears and tap into your potential to grow within your career.
networking
Intentional Network Building
Did you know that 90% of your next role is determined without you even being in the room? Do you feel confident with the people in that room to speak positively on your behalf?
Networking is a constant in our lives, but for many, it can be an exhausting and daunting process, including myself. The act of building my network was happening with no real goal in mind. I’d meet people and exchange information, but it never went anywhere. It wasn’t until I changed my approach from one of general networking, to network building.
Learn some basic concepts that I utilize and teach in my “Power of Five” course to help you meeting right people and have more meaningful conversations moving forward.
Corporate Culture
The Game of Winnability: A Founders Vision vs. The Illusion of Success
There is a shift that happens within companies of all sizes as they grow. It takes them from the guiding principles that their company was first found upon and shifts them to a mindset of always having to “keep up”. In today’s day and age, as we navigate how to integrate four generations in the workplace, how do you ensure that your company stays on track, relevant to the times and remains rooted to the founder's vision?
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Women Lead - A Leadership Conference for Women in the Beverage Industry
January 22-23, 2024
Hosted by The School of Leadership Studies at Gonzaga
