Individual Value

What happens when you’re faced with an unexpected career pivot? Or when you decide to make a bold move into something new? In this episode ofPowered by Authenticity, I sit down withLynne Thornton, SVP Channel Activation with JSG, a dynamic leader who knows firsthand the power ofbeing proactive about building your network and skill sets—long before you need them.

Lynne shares invaluable insights on:

• Whystrategically growing your network can create opportunities before you even realize you need them
• How toput out an ask and take the leap—because sometimes, all it takes is one "yes"
• The importance ofpausing and prioritizing yourself—stepping back from the grind to realign your goals
• Side hustles as career safety nets—how to build something on the side that could become a full-time career if needed
• Why having a coach matters—someone who takes a personal approach and understands that "people are unique"
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Lynne highlights the importance of working with acoach who sees you as an individual, not just a professional in transition. The right coach will help you navigate challenges, make strategic decisions, and build confidence in your next move.

This episode is all aboutfuture-proofing your career with intentional moves, smart connections, and the courage to take a step back (or a step forward) when the time is right. Whether you're considering a pivot, exploring a passion project, or just want toset yourself up for success, Lynne’s advice is packed with inspiration and actionable takeaways.

Listen now and start shaping your careerbefore you need to.

About Lynne:

Lynne has been a technology industry leader throughout her career, with an extensive background in developing sales, operational and business transformation strategies. She has experience leading large corporate teams and is also a tech channel consultant, specializing in advising clients on developing strategies to grow their businesses profitably. Throughout her career, Lynne has coached and mentored all levels of associates and leaders. Experiencing firsthand the value and impact that good coaching brings to people, she took her passion for coaching to the next level by obtaining her Leadership Coaching and HOGAN Personality Assessment certifications.

As a Coach, Lynne approaches each of her clients as the unique individuals that they are, using assessments to help people unlock their untapped potential and conquer the barriers to their growth and success. She helps her clients better understand themselves and how others see them and then guides clients in creating sustainable plans that enable them to achieve their career growth and life journey dreams.

Lynne is passionate about solving how to make technology careers possible for all people. She is a founding member of Women in Technology (WIT) International, Buffalo Chapter, and has served on Tech Buffalo’s Workforce Advisory Group. Lynne also leverages her leadership experience and coaching expertise to help guide people without technology backgrounds or formal education to obtain skills needed to obtain fulfilling careers in technology.

Professional Experience

• SVP Channel Activation, JSG Now

• Executive Director Software Sales and Operations, Ingram Micro

• Founder, Elevate Advisory Services (a leadership consulting firm)

Education and Leadership Certifications

• BA/Business administration - Buffalo State University

• Executive Leadership Coaching Certification, UB School of Management

• Certified in HOGAN Personality Assessment

Board and Volunteer Experience

• Women Who Lead WNY, Founding Board Member & Secretary

• Mikey’s Way F