"Look Who's Talking" Speaker Series Featuring Vernique L. Jackson

Schedule

Fri, 03 Oct, 2025 at 11:30 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Comfort Inn & Suites And Conference Center | Mount Pleasant, MI

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The Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation’s Women’s Initiative will welcome Vernique N. Jackson, Associate Director of the Leadership Institute at Central Michigan University, as keynote speaker for its annual “Look Who’s Talking” Speaker Series on Friday, Oct. 3.
An educator, mentor, and leadership coach, Jackson designs inclusive programs that help emerging leaders grow with confidence and purpose. Her keynote, “Lead In Your Lane: Owning Your Style, Uplifting Your Community,” will explore how authentic leadership—rooted in personal strengths—can spark meaningful change.
A first‑generation college graduate and current doctoral student in Educational Leadership, Jackson’s research centers on building systemic supports for marginalized women in higher education. She is also the founder of VeeJayNicole Consulting Group LLC, a professional development firm focused on career advancement, business growth, and nonprofit leadership—especially for women navigating transition and change.
The Look Who’s Talking series is a signature friend‑raising and fundraising event of the Women’s Initiative Committee. Proceeds benefit the Women’s Initiative Fund, which provides grants for programs and services that support women and girls in Isabella County.
“Vernique’s message is one of purpose, possibility, and the power of showing up for one another,” said event Co‑Chair Leah Rau, partner with Blystone & Bailey Certified Public Accountants. “Her work aligns beautifully with our mission to uplift and invest in the potential of women and girls.”
Save the date and join us in celebrating leadership that lifts our whole community!
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Comfort Inn & Suites And Conference Center, ATM, 2424 S Mission St, Mt Pleasant, MI 48858, United States, Mount Pleasant

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