The Power of Choosing a Nonlinear Career Path with Jennifer Peters, Life Sciences Marketing Leader

What if the C-suite wasn’t the destination—but a stop on the way to something more fulfilling?

In this heartfelt episode of Women Leaders on the Move, host Natalie Benamou sits down with Jennifer Peters, a visionary Life Sciences Executive and an author to the upcoming anthology Power of Next: Bold Moves by Design. Jennifer shares her deeply personal journey, one shaped by resilience, reinvention, and the power of saying “yes” to unexpected turns.

From starting over in a new city as a single mom to launching a successful business during the 2008 recession, Jennifer reveals how nonlinear paths often lead to the most meaningful destinations. She opens up about navigating ageism, redefining success, and why letting go of titles can be the ultimate power move.

✨ In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How to reframe "overqualified" into a leadership strength
• Why embracing change—at any age—can be your greatest advantage
• A moving story of courage, legacy, and finding silver linings in unexpected moments

"I realized I’ve accomplished more than I thought I did—and I’m proud of the decisions I’ve made, even the ones that didn’t go as planned. There’s always a silver lining." – Jennifer Peters

Whether you're navigating a career pivot or redefining what’s next, Jennifer’s story will leave you feeling empowered to make bold moves—by your own design.

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Special thanks to Jennifer Peters for being a featured guest on the podcast, a valued member of HerCsuite® NEXT Career and an author in Power of What's Next: Bold Moves By Design.

About Jennifer Peters

Jennifer is an accomplished brand strategist, marketing leader and entrepreneur in the Life Sciences industry. She has held leadership positions in commercial and marketing communication organizations. Jennifer is the quintessential connector who is passionate about helping others particularly people living with rare diseases. She is an avid golfer, photographer and true crime enthusiast. Her proudest accomplishment is raising a beautiful daughter as a single mother. She lives in Chicago with her husband and beloved yellow lab Oliver.

Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.

Connect with Natalie Benamou

Natalie Benamou is the visionary behind Women Leaders on the Move, a Top 25 Women's Leadership podcast by Feedspot. As the Founder of HerCsuite®, she leads a strategic collective for executive women navigating board service, portfolio careers, entrepreneurship, and leadership in the second half of their professional lives.

Work 1-2-1 with Natalie as a strategic advisor or fractional chief growth officer.

Natalie also serves as President of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit committed to advancing women's health outcomes.

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