Jean Kristensen is a nationally recognized speaker, author of Diversify & Prosper, and executive consultant known for her ability to translate complex operational challenges into actionable, inclusive solutions. Drawing from over three decades of experience in supplier diversity, compliance, public-sector consulting, and small business growth, Jean delivers insights that resonate across corporate boardrooms, agency leadership teams, and MWBE ecosystems. 

Jean’s approach weaves strategy, systems, and wellness together—grounding high-performance leadership in clarity, intentionality, and sustainable practice. She is frequently invited to speak to organizations seeking to evolve beyond performative DEI work and into measurable impact across their workforce, supply chain, and stakeholder outcomes. 

Signature Speaking Topics 

• The Supplier Diversity Multiplier: Boosting Innovation, Talent, and Bottom-Line Impact
  How inclusive procurement strategies fuel customer loyalty, competitive advantage, and workforce equity. 

• Wellness as Strategy: Retaining Talent and Driving Results in High-Stakes Environments
  Jean’s framework for integrating purpose, self-care, and operational clarity into team performance—especially for leaders of color and women in demanding sectors. 

• The Power of Procurement: Building Scalable Success for MWBEs and Their Partners
  How institutions can elevate their supplier base and how small businesses can navigate the road to readiness. 

• From Intent to Impact: Designing Supplier Diversity Programs with Accountability
  A step-by-step guide for translating DEI pledges into embedded systems, internal champions, and long-term results. 

• Inclusive Systems that Stick: Making Compliance a Competitive Advantage
  Where compliance meets culture—how to align procurement, HR, and ESG goals to improve operational efficiency. 

• From Zero to Seven Figures: How I Leveraged Supplier Diversity to Scale a National Consulting Firm
  Jean shares her journey of building JKA from the ground up—how she used supplier diversity programs to open doors, delivered exceptional results, and turned opportunities into sustainable growth. A must-hear session for MWBEs, entrepreneurs, and procurement professionals who want to understand how real success is built