Jennifer Van
Master of Arts in Leadership
Hometown
Woodland, CAMy Greatest Supporters
"My Ohana"! Family, both blood and not - they're the people in my life who want want me in theirs; the ones who accept me for who I am, the ones who would do anything to see me smile and who love me no matter what.
Favorite Saint Mary's Memory
In-person Executive Weekends and all the laughs, tears, and growth we cultivated on our learning journey with my amazing cohort GLD 43!
My Next Chapter
Embracing the art of guiding others to develop trusting, congruent, and engaged teams; By practicing deep listening and being mindful of the pillars of emotional intelligence that are interwoven into a leader's way of thinking, behaving, and communicating, leaders support, challenge, and motivate their team to develop and grow.
Favorite Quote
"We desperately need more leaders who are committed to courageous, wholehearted leadership and who are self-aware enough to lead from their hearts, rather than unevolved leaders who lead from hurt and fear."