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Short, Medium and Long biographies for promotional use
Short Version (45 words)
Jennifer Vessels inspires future-ready leadership powered by technology. As CEO of Next Step and trusted advisor to Adobe, Google, IKEA, and Novartis, she translates Silicon Valley innovation into actionable strategies for global enterprises. Her proven P.E.A.C.E. Framework equips organizations to turn change into measurable results.
Medium Version (85 words)
A Silicon Valley native working globally, Jennifer bridges cutting-edge innovation with practical execution. Her keynotes deliver real-world lessons and her proven P.E.A.C.E. Framework—Purpose, Exploration, Action, Collaboration, Empowerment. provide audiences with an immediately actionable roadmap for successful AI integration, generational shifts, and organizational change.
Jennifer Vessels doesn’t just speak about change—she leads it. As CEO of Next Step, she has driven transformation for Adobe, Cisco, Google, IKEA, Novartis, and Schneider Electric across Americas, EMEA, and Asia.
Long Version (108 words)
The greatest barrier to future success isn’t change—it’s how leaders approach change. Jennifer Vessels transforms that approach.
As CEO of Next Step and trusted advisor to Fortune 100 companies including Adobe, Cisco, Google, IKEA, Microsoft, Novartis, and Schneider Electric, Jennifer lives at the intersection of innovation and execution. She translates Silicon Valley breakthroughs into strategies that work for complex global organizations.
With two decades leading transformation across Silicon Valley, EMEA, and Asia, Jennifer brings practitioner credibility—not theory. Her award-winning keynotes are filled with real-world case studies and practical techniques leaders can implement immediately. Her P.E.A.C.E. Framework provides a proven roadmap for leveraging AI, engaging Gen Z talent, and reshaping work practices to deliver sustainable competitive advantage.
“You were fantastic — the global leaders found you riveting and inspiring.”
“I seldom work with an speaker so committed to delivering real results – people leave your sessions inspired – but more importantly committed and equipped to do something with the insights.”
Introducing Jennifer
NOTE: We’ve crafted a very specific, short intro script which can be used to introduce her. Unless otherwise agreed in Briefing Call(s), this can be used when welcoming her to the stage.
We are at a tipping point. The world is changing rapidly, technology is growing exponentially and everyone must adapt to a new future of work.
But we don’t have to do it alone. Our next speaker is a Silicon Valley Innovator and CEO of Next Step who has led transformation for worlds-largest companies, Adobe, Google, Genentech.
Please join me in welcoming Jennifer Vessels to share insider insights, real-world lessons learned and practical ways we can embrace change, explore technology and succeed today into the future.
