In this transformative keynote, I share actionable insights and real-world strategies for leaders and organizations to foster authentic collaboration, drive sustainable growth, and empower teams. Drawing from my experience as a CEO and thought leader, I explore the power of one-on-one connections, discerning action, and purpose-driven leadership. Attendees will leave inspired to embrace their unique strengths, elevate their people skills, and lead with both impact and joy.
Leading with your values creates the ultimate impact.
In a self-focused world, Jennifer Schielke, co-founder and CEO of Summit Solutions Group, shows CEOs how to regain the heart and soul of leadership, using values as their North Star. Never has it been more critical for leaders to focus on relationships―connecting with their teams and bringing their full selves to their role.
For much of my early life, I believed that if I stayed organized enough, worked hard enough, and planned perfectly, I could control all outcomes. Growing up in a challenging home environment taught me to be fiercely independent. I was loved — there was no doubt about that — but life circumstances weren’t easy. So […]
Embrace Adversity: A Path to Personal and Professional Growth In today’s fast-paced world, we face challenges at every corner. Personal struggles, professional setbacks, and unforeseen disruptions can all seem overwhelming. But what if we shifted our mindset and viewed these obstacles not as burdens, but as opportunities for growth? What if adversity itself could become […]
In Honor of International Women’s Day This month, I had the honor of being featured by the Seattle Seahawks through their Small Business Partnership, as part of a series highlighting women in leadership for International Women’s Day. When they asked me to speak about the biggest challenges I’ve faced as a woman in business, I […]
As I scroll through social media, I am struck by the magnitude of suffering people are enduring. Division, pain, and relational turmoil seem more prevalent than ever. It feels as though many are running away from resolution and healing, choosing instead to dwell in brokenness, blaming others, and avoiding the hard work of reconciliation. Truth […]
“Thoughtful actions are shoutouts from your corporate culture.”— Leading for Impact, Chapter 9 It’s Friday afternoon—our team is remote, yet here we are, gathered together virtually. Why? Because we have a well-connected team that genuinely enjoys spending time together. At a time when many news feeds are filled with complaints about workplaces and the dread […]
“Whatever you are, be a good one.” – Abraham Lincoln I never set out to become a Chief Executive Officer (CEO). In fact, my aspirations never stretched beyond earning a college degree. I remember sitting in the living room of my sorority house on graduation day, gazing out the window with my best friend, realizing […]