Stephen E. Jenks
About Stephen E. Jenks
Stephen E. Jenks serves as the Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President at Empower, where he has significantly expanded the marketing organization and executed national advertising campaigns. He co-founded Acceleration Retirement and Stable Two Financial, and has over 30 years of experience in marketing and business leadership.
Work at Empower
Stephen E. Jenks has served as the Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President at Empower since 2014. Under his leadership, the marketing organization expanded from fewer than 50 associates to over 200 in eight years. He executed two national TV advertising campaigns that emphasized multi-channel performance marketing, particularly in digital marketing. Jenks played a significant role in acquiring naming rights for an NFL stadium as part of Empower's marketing strategy. He also built an extensive in-house creative organization to support both B2B and B2C marketing initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Stephen E. Jenks holds a Bachelor of Science degree with distinction in Business Analysis from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business, where he studied from 1986 to 1990. He has over 30 years of experience in marketing, product development, and business leadership. Jenks maintains FINRA Series 6 and 26 securities registrations, along with a Series 63 state securities license, showcasing his expertise in financial services and marketing.
Background
Before joining Empower, Stephen E. Jenks held various roles at Fidelity Investments, including Senior Vice President of Marketing and Head of Defined Contribution Marketing. He worked in different capacities from 1992 to 2009, accumulating extensive experience in marketing, product management, and relationship management. He also served as CEO and Co-Founder of Acceleration Retirement, a marketing analytics firm, and co-founded Stable Two Financial, a registered investment advisory company.
Achievements
Stephen E. Jenks has led significant initiatives throughout his career, including the execution of national advertising campaigns at Empower and the establishment of a comprehensive marketing organization. He has chaired the board of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado, demonstrating his commitment to community involvement. His leadership at Empower has been marked by a focus on customer experience and marketing effectiveness, contributing to the company's growth and visibility in the financial services sector.