Bio

Jessie James is the Co-Founder of DROUGHT, the leading Organic Cold-Pressed Juice manufacturer based in Detroit. She along with her 3 sisters have grown an idea (out of their parents kitchen) into a revenue generating, renowned beverage brand -- providing healthy premium beverages nationwide. Jessie has helped design, build and operate all areas of a sustainable company. With expertise in developing people / talent, attention to defining business strategy and brand + product marketing / organizational development. As President of the successful startup, Jessie’s natural leadership skills, tireless work ethic, passion for people / developing teams has put DROUGHT on the map as a premium brand, leader in Detroit’s burgeoning startup community and a beacon among employers. * After nearly 10 years of actively growing the business (challenging yet best years of my life!) -- I have decided to tap into my true passion -- Helping people dig deep at any stage in their life or career and develop the truest relationship with themselves. Allowing people the freedom and space to rediscover what is most important to them, how to harness that energy and turn it into a solid foundation for success. I focus on Coaching, community + relationship building, Innovating + rethinking HR but most importantly --- Emotional Intelligence :)