Jennifer Borrero

About Jennifer Borrero

I believe leadership is measured by what people feel capable of after they leave the room.I’m a keynote speaker and community development professional working at the intersection of leadership, housing, and human impact. Over the past several years, I’ve delivered 50+ keynote talks across the U.S. and internationally, engaging students, leaders, and organizations in conversations about leadership, agency, and systems-level change.Much of my work focuses on a persistent tension:Cities often say they value opportunity and belonging, yet the systems we design quietly determine who actually gets access to those things.If you’re interested in leadership that is grounded, systems-aware, and deeply human, through speaking, storytelling, or collaboration, I’d love to connect.

Experience

1. Founder

   Youth Housing Coalition

   Nov 2022 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Youth Housing Coalition is a grassroots movement mobilizing youth in Housing Policy & Development. We aim to educate a diverse coalition of young people to tackle the Housing Crisis while promoting home ownership.Our goal is to equip real estate developers and housing advocates with the knowledge to create resilient communities that provide affordable housing. We are also movement connectors, leading people to initiatives and organizations they can support in their local community.• Founded and led the Youth Housing Coalition, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing youth advocacy and leadership within the Housing Policy and Development space• Established strategic partnerships with tiny home communities, universities, and other organizations across the U.S, fostering collaboration and resource-sharing to support civically engaged youth• Developed and implemented community organizing campaigns to raise awareness about housing issues and advocate for policy changes at the local and state levels• Organized and facilitated workshops, trainings, and events to empower youth and equip them with the skills and resources needed to create policy change• Led a team of dedicated staff and volunteers, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to ensure the success of organizational initiatives

Education

• Georgia State University - J. Mack Robinson College of Business

  Master of Health Administration, Management

• University of Oregon

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Human Physiology