About Jackie & JNC Innovations

I’ve learned that fulfillment doesn’t follow the rules. It follows you when you lead with heart.
Jackie Cetera

Jackie Cetera founded JNC Innovations in 2024. Before that, she worked in higher education for nearly 20 years. Jackie is an educator, entrepreneur, and an experienced curator.

Her journey began in higher education, where she immersed herself in leadership and event planning.

For years, she measured success by working around the clock and the boxes she could check off in a 12 hour work day. In time, she realized that her career had become her identity and it was not sustainable.

That realization brought her to a pause.

It became the moment a shift occurred. 

Jackie Cetera founded JNC Innovations in 2024. Before that, she worked in higher education for nearly 20 years. Jackie is an educator, entrepreneur, and an experienced curator.

Her journey began in higher education, where she immersed herself in leadership and event planning.

For years, she measured success by working around the clock and the boxes she could check off in a 12 hour work day. In time, she realized that her career had become her identity and it was not sustainable.

That realization brought her to a pause.

It became the moment a shift occurred. 

Shift Happens.

Jackie began turning inward, reshaping her definition of success and choosing to measure her life by joy rather than titles or checkmarks. That shift inspired her to launch JNC Innovations. Through her work, she helps others discover meaning and delight in experiences that are intentional and deeply personal through event planning, speaking engagements, and specialty gifting.

For Jackie, JNC Innovations is not simply a business; it is a way of making joy visible in everyday life. Jackie brings people together through unforgettable events. She shares her voice on stage to inspire and empower. And when she curates a gift, it’s always with the belief that joy isn’t a luxury, but a necessity. 

With clarity and purpose, Jackie carries out her mission to spark joy and create lasting impact in ways that people will remember. 

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Experience Curator

Making Moments Matter

Jackie will take the stress off your plate and bring your vision to life. At JNC Innovations creativity and attention to detail are always a top priority. From logistical planning and venue selection to thoughtful design and seamless execution, Jackie handles it all! Let JNC Innovations take care of everything, so you can be a guest at your own event.

Looking for the perfect gift? JNC Innovations also curates specialty gifts for all of life's special moments and celebrations.

Learn more about JNC Innovations →

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Best-Selling Author

Stories That Move You Forward

Jackie’s story appears in Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Letting Go. She shares her journey of transformation and the choice to release what no longer was serving her. Jackie's writing highlights the strength that comes from letting go and shows the power of choosing joy. 

Learn more about Lessons in Letting Go →

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Speaker & Trainer

Inspiring Real Change with Every Word

As a keynote speaker and trainer, Jackie blends lived experience, practical wisdom, and a dash of humor to spark real transformation. Her workshops and talks are crafted for connection, clarity, and action. Jackie empowers individuals and teams to grow.

See Jackie’s speaking & training topics →

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LeadHERship

Building Bold Women and Stronger Communities

Jackie created LeadHERship to give women the tools, community, and confidence to rise and lead boldly in every arena. Through dynamic programs and a network of support, LeadHERship is where women come together to lift each other higher.

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