Jennifer Cross, Bcc (She/Her)
About Jennifer Cross, Bcc (She/Her)
Jennifer Cross serves as the Vice President of Game Plan and Managing Director of Athlete Viewpoint, where she focuses on enhancing athletic culture and leadership development. She has a diverse background in education, coaching, and organizational consulting, with extensive experience in various institutions and community service.
Work at Game Plan
Jennifer Cross serves as the Vice President of Game Plan and the Managing Director of Athlete Viewpoint. She has held these positions since 2021, contributing to the organization's mission of enhancing athletic culture and performance. In her role, she focuses on coaching for performance and facilitating leadership-based training sessions. Cross leads initiatives aimed at developing vision, mission, values, and strategic planning processes within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Cross has a strong educational background, holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and a Master’s Degree in Education from the State University of New York at Buffalo. She also achieved Board Certified Coach (BCC) status after studying Leadership and Business Coaching at the Center for Credentialing in Education from 2018 to 2023. Additionally, she completed studies in College Counseling and Student Personnel Administration at the University at Buffalo and participated in altMBA, focusing on Ruckus-making.
Background
Jennifer Cross has extensive experience in various educational institutions and organizations. She has worked since 1997 with a diverse range of entities, including non-profits, government agencies, and athletic teams. Her previous roles include positions at Bradley University, the University of Michigan, and Eastern Michigan University, among others. Cross has also served as a Lead Facilitator for the LeaderShape Institute, Inc., and has been actively involved in her community through volunteer work.
Achievements
Jennifer Cross co-founded Athlete Viewpoint in 2016, which focuses on improving athletic culture for students and professionals. She designed and taught a course on 'Creativity and Innovation in Leadership' at Bradley University. Cross has also earned certifications from Seth Godin's Akimbo Workshops in Small Business Essentials and The Sonder Method Workshop, further enhancing her expertise in leadership and business development.