Laura Jennings has navigated her share of twists, turns, and transitions, from starting her career in
publishing to successful stints in
marketing and
communications. She's a passionate and accomplished
business developer, having built a portable
Pilates business and taken it to five posts. Now as
Chief Strategy Officer at LVL-Up Strategies, she continues to advocate for EFM career progression as co-founder of a business staffed entirely by partners of the US Foreign Service.
In this interview, we learn that Paris isn't hard, but walking away from a career certainly is. We also discuss the mental component of identity and why Laura believes an important aspect of
self-care involves embracing our potential to contribute to society. Listen in to learn more!
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BIO
Laura Jennings enjoys bringing folks with aligned objectives together and
empowering all parties to achieve their vision. Her ability to guide clients and her team toward their purpose or vision while recognizing their own particular ecosystems creates a
culture of trust and
lasting relationships primed for growth.
Laura's 20+ years in
communications,
strategic partnerships,
project management, and
planning combined with 7+ years
launching and
building her own business, both nationally and internationally, led her to her purpose—connecting others and lifting them to their next level.
As part of a Foreign Service family, having a career in the traditional sense was not an option. Laura continued to maintain relevance whether as an
entrepreneur, working in government, or serving the diplomat community and host country through programs that give back. Her ability to quickly
evaluate situations,
develop strategies, and
implement initiatives with a positive impact ensured her success from country to country.
Laura has lived in five countries and has a working knowledge of four languages. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Language, Writing, and Rhetoric from the University of Maryland, College Park. She recently served on the
Move2Learn Board of Directors and loves spending time with her husband and two girls as they adventure through this amazing life.
https://www.lvlupstrategies.com/team-members/laura-jennings