About Jessica

I didn’t set out to be an entrepreneur.

In fact, entrepreneurship wasn’t even on my radar. I thought I’d be working in athletic administration — maybe leading a department at a university or overseeing operations for a sports program. But like many of us, 2020 had other plans.

Back then, I was working as Director of Operations at a swim school in Los Angeles. When the lead instructor and owner decided to amicably part ways, the instructor approached me and said, “Jess, I want to start my own school — can you help me build it?” That was the moment JMC was born — December 2020.

Since then, I’ve taken it two years at a time (yep, you read that right) — making sure the work still feels right, the clients still feel aligned, and the impact still feels real.

With a BA in Journalism & Creative Writing and a Master’s in Coaching & Athletic Administration (aka a business degree with a sports twist), my career has always been rooted in leadership, operations, and organization; no matter the industry I was in. I’ve spent the last 20+ years in roles that revolve around structure, strategy, documentation, and people development. Turns out, those “behind the scenes” skills are what a lot of entrepreneurs need most.

Helping female founders simplify their businesses, build structure that supports growth, and feel more in control of how they work and lead — it’s not just what I do. It’s who I am.

Beyond the business…

I’m originally from Vermont (yes, I love fall), spent time in D.C., Los Angeles, and now live just outside Denver with my husband, Josh, and our two crazy felines. We’re happily child-free, lovers of good food and wine, and big fans of trying new experiences — especially if they involve travel, water or recreation.

I believe in building a business that works with your life — not against it. And if we get to laugh, make spreadsheets, and simplify your systems while doing it? Even better.

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Not a podcast but check out some of these articles I was featured in!

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Bold Journey

Check out all my podcast guest appearances below!

Podcast Appearances

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MSP 1337 w/ Chris Johnson

Episode: Back to Basics

Episode: Almost a Victim

Episode: Company Core

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Inkyma w/ Audrey Kerchner

Processes for Business Growth

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Beyond Common Business Secrets w/ Tracey Watts Cirino

Episode: What your Business Identity Is and Why it Matters

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Starting a Business Simplified with Suzy Wraines

Episode: Discovering Your Business Identity

Your Relationship With… w/ Melissa Snow

Episode: Your Relationship with Time Management

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Doing Business Like a Woman w/ Melissa Kellogg Lueck

Episode: How to Create a Strong Foundation for Growth

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Small Business Origins w/ John Kelley

Episode: Why Entrepreneurs Need to Embrace Outsourcing and Consulting

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Mastering Your Coaching Biz w/ Cheryl Thacker

Episode: Prioritize and Conquer: How to Stay Focused and Organized in your Biz

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Authenticity Over Approval w/ Lori Young

Episode: Authentic Entrepreneurs

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The HR Lady w/ Wendy Sellers

Episode: Key Points in Starting & Operating Your Small Business

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Powerful and Unpolished w/ Tim Salmans

Episode: Unveiling Business Potential

Your Next Business Bestie w/ Jenn Wayboer Hartt

Episode: The Accidental Entrepreneur

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Rocky Mountain Marketing w/ Katie Brinkley

Episode: 5 Pillars Every Business Needs to Scale Smart

Business Growth Trailblazers

Episode: How to Grow Your Business Sustainably

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Visibility Strategies for Women Entrepreneurs w/ Tori Barker

Episode: 5 Pillars Every Female Entrepreneur Needs

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Powerful Women Rising w/ Melissa Snow

Episode: Mastering Delegation for Business Growth

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5 mini-episodes in a row w/ Aurora Training Advantage

Start w/ Episode: Identity and Impact - Shaping Your Business Identity

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Powerful Women Rising w/ Melissa Snow

Episode: Sparkle, Speak, Succeed

The Visibility Impact Show w/ Crissy Conner

Episode: From Chaos to Clarity: Building Stronger Business Systems

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