Over the course of her distinguished career, Jo has been a respected leader in ministry and non-profit settings, as well as in pastoring and church-planting. She has also led online Leadership Coaching communities of women dedicated to their personal and professional development.
 

A driven thought leader, Jo has authored several books to help women find their purpose, grow as leaders, and flourish in their families, workplaces and communities – Ready to Rise, More than Enchanting, and The Dream of You.

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Jo is so passionate about helping young women unlock their potential, she’s literally made it her day job. She serves as the Executive Director of The 25, a leadership development initiative for students at Bethel University in St. Paul, Minnesota. Learn more about it in this video created in partnership with Schuler Shoes.

 

But hers is far greater than a 9-to-5 passion.

 

Currently, Jo also co-hosts a podcast with her good friend Pastor Stephanie O’Brien called Lead Stories, where the two share anecdotes and encouragement to help equip and empower leaders who listen in. 

 

An avid believer in the power of spreading the word, Jo founded Ezer Collective, an initiative that gathers women leaders from all over the world for a powerful, enlightening two-day leadership intensive. 
 

“I want to see women live into their God-given potential – confident in their call, intentional with their influence, and equipped with the support and resources they need along the way. I founded Ezer Collective to create a space for women leaders to experience this together because I believe that stronger leadership is built collectively.”

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Learn more and register for the next Ezer Collective event HERE. Jo can’t wait to meet you.