About Us
C. Jessie Jones, PhD
C. Jessie Jones, PhD, is a distinguished researcher, award-winning author, and motivational speaker in the field of healthy aging. Her passion lies in empowering women who are seeking to unlock their full potential. In addition, she has been a lifelong advocate for women’s rights and addressing inequities and social injustices. As an avid hiker, at the age of seventy, she climbed Mt. Whitney in one day— not bad, considering she could barely walk at age fifty.
Laurie Roades, PhD
Laurie Roades, PhD, is a respected academic leader, coach, consultant, and speaker. Following a long career as a professor and an administrator in higher education, she co-founded the R&J Leadership Group, LLC. Trained as a clinical psychologist, with a deep commitment to social justice, she is passionate about providing women with resources and guidance to overcome barriers in order to achieve personal and professional success.