Thomas and Jackie's journey together began as colleagues at Nielsen, where their professional relationship blossomed into a lifelong friendship and later a successful business partnership. Together, they tackled challenges with zeal, spending hours in conference rooms crafting innovative solutions. Their banter often included the playful suggestion, "Maybe we should start our own consulting practice!"
They inevitably parted ways and each advanced in their careers, assuming various senior leadership roles at multiple organizations. To date, they have gained over 25 years of valuable experience, and acquired more than 10 certifications between them.
Recently, both faced unexpected career shifts due to acquisitions and layoffs. This turn of events prompted them to reassess their path. The duo saw this as a sign to pursue their long-held dream, and thus, Transformation Catalysts was born.
Jackie is a seasoned program and transformation specialist, with a passion for empowering people, teams, and leaders. She leads with curiosity, and has a knack for taking a complex problem and translating it into simple terms that teams, stakeholders, and partners can understand and action against.
Before joining Transformation Catalysts, Jackie led, grew, and coached multiple program and transformation teams, serving as a crucial backbone to the organizations she served. She successfully managed multi-million-dollar project portfolios, showcasing her exceptional leadership and strategic acumen. While the bulk of her experience comes from the world of Tech, she also holds insights into HR, and Finance, and Accounting operations, strategically positioning her to identify the impacts and outcomes of the change initiatives she drives.
Jackie believes in a culture that drives communication across teams, and has been known to use a bit of humor to bring energy and encourage active participation in the forums she facilitates.
Jackie is based in Chicago, IL, and lives with her husband, 4 year old son, and 17 year old cat, Charlie. If it's warm enough, you'll find Jackie outside, enjoying the sunshine, grilling, and gardening.
A seasoned navigator of the ever-evolving business landscape, Thomas G. LeNoir III thrives on guiding organizations through transformative journeys. With over a decade of experience at the helm, he possesses a keen ability to forge high-performing teams and ignite cultures where innovation burns bright.
Thomas is a champion of Agile methodologies, wielding them to empower teams to deliver exceptional results. Whether it's through meticulous program management or navigating the complexities of change management, his expertise cuts across a diverse range of industries.
A data-driven leader at his core, Thomas prioritizes metrics that illuminate the path to success. Beyond strategy, Thomas fosters a collaborative environment where teams can flourish. A master communicator and coach, he cultivates strong relationships with all stakeholders, ensuring a unified approach to achieving outstanding outcomes.
For organizations seeking a results-oriented leader to spearhead their transformation, Thomas Lenoir III stands as a powerful ally. He invites you to connect and explore how his expertise can empower your team to reach new heights of success.