“Jennifer is one of those rare leaders that you come across and never forget. She is the type of leader that I aspire to be: caring, full of empathy, and a fearless leader. I first met Jennifer at a Society of Women Engineer's Conference and heard her speak about leadership derailers and barriers that can prevent successful engineers from being executives. During the talk, she made me realize how I was doing certain things incorrectly (e.g. being the expert) that were preventing me from getting into a senior leadership role in the future. I was able to reflect on my actions and create a plan to tackle those derailers that were standing in my leadership path as a result from that presentation. In addition, after hearing her talk, I invited her to be a speaker for our Professional Development group for our MBA students at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign as I thought her presentation could extend beyond engineering and be applicable in the business world. Jennifer kindly volunteered her time to present to our students and shared her wisdom and challenges that she faces as an executive to help prepare those of us that are interested in following the same path.”
Jennifer Braganza
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
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About
Energetic and results-oriented, I thrive on driving positive change within dynamic…
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What are the best team performance metrics to identify areas for process improvement?
Output metrics are not enough because they don't give you a chance to actually fix the problem before the output is delivered. Ideally, you should identify leading KPIs for each of your metrics so your team has a chance to address the "defect." For example, in a business process a potential defect could be late completion. A leading indicator could be the time at which an early step is completed. When that metric is showing late, the process could move that WIP to an accelerated process to ensure on-time delivery.
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How can you choose the right lean manufacturing tools and techniques for your business?
To assess your current state: 1) Clearly define the process you want to evaluate, where it begins and ends. What is in scope? What is out of scope? 2) Identify the customers of the process and what is the value the process provides for them (i.e. why does the process exist?). 3) Start with a SIPOC (suppliers, inputs, process, outputs, customers) to understand what is happening at a high level and determine where you need to deep dive. 4) Collect existing information including SOPs, KPI or performance data, customer feedback, quality data etc. 5) Create a lower level process map and enrich with the additional data. 6) Identify bottlenecks, waste, painpoints, and opportunities.
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How do you build trust with your team?
I have engrained gratitude and learning into our team culture by: 1) Recognition during team calls: It's a chance for me to recognize specific and recent contributions and for the team to recognize each other. 2) Project highlights: At the end of each project, the team prepares a one-pager that they can share during team calls. It shows their great work and allows the org to know more about what is going on in other teams. 3) An hour of learning per week: I challenge my team to spend an hour a week investing in themselves, building a new skill or learning about something new. I also talk about what book I'm reading and share webinars I'm planning on attending.
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I am so excited to be included on this list with so many incredible leaders in our industry. I am honored and appreciative of this recognition.
I am so excited to be included on this list with so many incredible leaders in our industry. I am honored and appreciative of this recognition.
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Five years ago, LHH revolutionized the world of coaching with Ezra. What a fantastic journey we are celebrating! Thank you to all the teams that have…
Five years ago, LHH revolutionized the world of coaching with Ezra. What a fantastic journey we are celebrating! Thank you to all the teams that have…
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I am completely energized! Being together with the global Akkodis team is just great. Networking is key. Feeling the vibes is just amazing. Having…
I am completely energized! Being together with the global Akkodis team is just great. Networking is key. Feeling the vibes is just amazing. Having…
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Business Coaching
North Carolina State University
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Developing Leadership Talent
Center for Creative Leadership
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Green Belt Six Sigma
Institute of Industrial Engineers
Credential ID 12100252
Volunteer Experience
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Multiple Leadership Roles at the Local, Regional and National Level
Society of Women Engineers
- Present 28 years
Science and Technology
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Member of Young Professionals Group
Humane Society of Charlotte
- Present 10 years 5 months
Animal Welfare
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Leadership Academy Facilitator and Systems Engineering Advisory Board Member
UNC Charlotte
- Present 17 years 7 months
Education
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Catechist, Career Counselor, LifeTeen Core Member, Eucharistic Minister
St. Matthew Catholic Church
- Present 23 years 2 months
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Appointed Member Representing Town of Pineville
Citizens Transit Advisory Group - CATS
- 4 years
Economic Empowerment
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President and Founder
Play with Purpose Pet Academy and Rescue
- Present 9 years 6 months
Animal Welfare
Play with Purpose Pet Resort and Rescue is an innovate, systematic solution with the mission of creating a world where every dog has a heart to call home. We will accomplish this through partnering with existing Charlotte area rescue and expanding their capacity by offering transitional housing, foster resources, and low-cost or free dog training.
As the founder and President, I incorporated the organization, identified talented and passionate individual to serve in leadership roles…Play with Purpose Pet Resort and Rescue is an innovate, systematic solution with the mission of creating a world where every dog has a heart to call home. We will accomplish this through partnering with existing Charlotte area rescue and expanding their capacity by offering transitional housing, foster resources, and low-cost or free dog training.
As the founder and President, I incorporated the organization, identified talented and passionate individual to serve in leadership roles, and provide strategic and operational leadership of the organization.
Publications
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91 Moments of Reflection: Learning About Yourself Through Contemplation
Exponential Success Publishing
See publicationThe purpose of this book is to stop and think about some of the things that you know about yourself. This is more a process of realization than revelation.
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91 Moments of Awareness: Learning About Yourself from Others
Exponential Success Publishing
See publicationThis book is part of a series that focuses on bringing more awareness of self to an individual. In this book, the focus is learning about yourself from others.
Honors & Awards
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2018 Charlotte Business Journal's 40 Under 40
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Business Insider's 26 Most Powerful Women Engineers in 2016
Business Insider
http://www.businessinsider.com/26-most-powerful-women-engineers-in-2016-2016-2
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Emerging Leaders Award
Society of Women Engineers
"For engineering talent paired with sound judgment and an instinct for leadership and mentorship, and for dedication to the retention and success of young leaders pursuing engineering careers."
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Distinguished New Engineer
Society of Women Engineers
http://swe.theturngroup.com/news-archive/154-awards/840-news-releases-08-braganza
Languages
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English
Native or bilingual proficiency
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German
Limited working proficiency
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French
Elementary proficiency
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