Jenna Banks She/Her

Best-selling author and Host

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Jenna journey is a testament to the power of resilience and self-discovery. Raised in a strict, cult-like
religious environment as the eldest of five, Jenna's childhood was marked by poverty, inordinately harsh
punishments and isolation from the outside world. Despite facing significant adversity, she found the
courage to break free at 14, embarking on a path filled with an entirely new set of challenges she faced
in the outside world. By 17, she had dropped out of high school and got her GED, and by 19, she was a
pregnant and married. Despite becoming a divorced, single mother at 22, Jenna refused to let her
circumstances dictate her future.

In her twenties, Jenna found success in the business world, quickly rising to leadership roles working
with major movie studios and toy companies, where she collaborated with global brands like Arby’s,
Hasbro and Mattel. Venturing into entrepreneurship in her thirties, Jenna achieved a 1,000% return on
her investment after selling her company in 2019. She also simultaneously ramped up a profitable real
estate venture. However, her true triumph lies in her journey of self-discovery and personal
empowerment.

Embracing a revolutionary & I love me more" philosophy quite early in her life, Jenna learned to overcome her past traumas, embrace her story, and confidently own her value and worth. Today, as a
sought-after keynote speaker, award-winning author, and influential event facilitator, Jenna shares her
message of self-love and leadership growth & development with audiences worldwide. Her best-selling book, I Love Me More: How To Find Happiness & Success Through Self-Love, offers a roadmap to personal fulfillment and success, inspiring women to embrace their value and power.

Jenna's impact extends beyond the stage, as she continues to empower women to lead with confidence
through her video series, The Jenna Banks Show. With a balance of uncommonly known wisdom and
everyday advice, Jenna offers a fresh perspective on personal growth and empowerment. Her work has
been recognized by Forbes, NBC, ABC, and CEOWorld Magazine, and her messages have resonated with
audiences ranging from C-suite executives to Fortune 500 companies.

What our clients say about this speaker

Jenna stepped in as our moderator and facilitator, and wow, did she impress us all! She was everything we could have hoped for and then some. Her moderation skills? Top-notch. Jenna has this incredible knack for making everyone feel at ease, blending professionalism with a personal touch that made the sessions not just informative but also super engaging. Jenna’s contribution to the success of our event was immeasurable. She brought a level of warmth and inclusivity that truly set the tone for the entire summit. We’re beyond grateful for her fantastic work and can’t wait to collaborate again.

Jennifer Newton, CEO, NABCRMP

Jenna was such an asset as a guest panelist at our Panasonic Leadership Summit on organizational change management. She brings such a refreshingly powerful and honest perspective to dialogues around culture and business transformation. She did an excellent job articulating a delicate subject and pioneered with such poise and clarity the language of masculine and feminine energy within the leadership context. We need more of inviting our wholeness into the conversations on culture, psych safety, diversity and inclusion, and change management. Thank you for giving voice to a concept that hit home and reverberated amongst the group in a powerful visceral way. We are so much better for it. Cheers to wholeness!

Loretta Monareng, SHRM-SCP Global HR Leader, Panasonic

Jenna gave an outstanding closing keynote for 600 women (and male allies) who attended our sold-out, 2-day annual leadership summit! Her talk on self-love was transformational, her message was engaging from beginning to end, and her energy was infectious!! Honestly, I think this should be a Ted Talk. All women need to hear this message. There was a constant line of attendees waiting to get her book, I Love Me More signed at the closing networking event. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire Jenna to speak!

Polly VanDuser, President, Paytech Women

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