THE STORY BEHIND REGIONALLY ROOTED
Big-picture clarity. Small-town roots. People-first always.
Regionally Rooted didn’t come from a business plan—it came from lived experience.
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I’ve spent most of my life in small-town Ohio—Shelby County to be exact—where business and community are rarely separate. It’s where I learned how much the people side of work really matters.
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Over the past 20+ years, I’ve worked behind the scenes as an Executive Assistant, Chief of Staff, Personal Strategist, and Communications Partner—supporting high-profile leaders, local business owners, creatives, and mission-driven teams through just about every kind of growth and transition you can imagine.
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I started as a self-taught Virtual Assistant—teaching myself how to use a computer so I could apply for work online—and over time, that evolved into something much bigger. I’ve worked with CEOs and bestselling authors. Coordinated logistics for world-renowned speakers. Helped leadership teams navigate conflict, build culture, and stay aligned when everything around them was shifting.
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That work gave me an inside view of how organizations really function—and how quickly we can lose connection to the people and purpose that matter most.
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That’s what led me to start Regionally Rooted.
Why It Matters
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Because misalignment costs more than money.
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Because good people walk away when things go unspoken.
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Because customers can feel the disconnect long before it shows up in the data.
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And because real, sustainable, rooted growth requires clarity, care, and follow-through.
How We Help
This isn’t a one-size-fits-all consulting firm.
It’s strategy that feels personal.
It’s people-first strategy that actually sticks.
It’s support that helps small-town businesses, teams, and leaders grow—with intention, direction, and people-first focus.​
We help you:
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Reconnect with your mission and values
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Strengthen your team dynamics and internal communication
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Create customer experiences that reflect who you are
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Get clear on what’s working, what’s not, and what’s next
Whether you're leading a team, flying solo, or somewhere in between—we’re here to help you grow what matters.
Why Work With Jessica
You're not just getting a consultant—you’re getting 20 years of practical experience, creative strategy, and high-trust support that spans industries, leadership styles, and communities.
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I've worked with:
Libby Moore (Oprah’s former Chief of Staff)
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Martha Beck (NYT best-selling author)
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Amy Gray (New Leaf Speakers – private speaker’s agent for public figures such as Steve Wozniak, Kevin Mitnick, Blake Mycoskie, and Aimee Mullins)
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An award-winning Ohio restaurant, alongside retreat leaders, nonprofits, creative entrepreneurs, and small-town teams navigating growth, vision, and change
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From executive support and strategic planning to brand clarity and customer experience—plus travel, event logistics, and culture-building—my work is always grounded in what matters most: the people behind the business.
What I Bring
Areas of Expertise
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Executive & Leadership Support
Trusted insight and grounded guidance at the highest levels.
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Team & Culture Strategy
Helping organizations rebuild trust and realign with purpose.
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Customer Experience & Brand Voice
Making sure how you show up feels like you—inside and out.
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Creative Project & Event Management
From retreats to speaker logistics and special events.
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Growth & Change Navigation
Strategy that adapts with your business and your people.
Proof of Impact
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I’ve helped leaders stay instead of walk away.
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Helped teams communicate instead of burn out.
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And helped businesses grow in ways that reflect their purpose—not just their profit.
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Helped turn leadership burnout into long-term clarity and career alignment.
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Supported a complete leadership culture shift inside an organization.
Our Belief
People matter. We grow together.
Everything we do comes back to that.
The Regionally Rooted Blog: Where Business Gets Personal
Real stories. Real insights. Real people. This is where business meets community, and where strategy feels like a conversation.
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Discover the lessons, experiences, and moments that shape how small businesses thrive—because business isn’t just about strategy. It’s about people, relationships, and the small moments that create big impact.