It's Jada D.

11/18/2025

I’ve always identified as a connector.
Not because I set out to become one, but because it’s simply who I am. I genuinely enjoy people; learning their stories, understanding what they’re building, and figuring out how I can support them. Sometimes that support looks like sharing a resource, offering insight, or making an introduction that helps someone move forward.

And the more I grow, the more I realize just how naturally this shows up in every part of my life.

A few years ago, I flew from D.C. to the Bay Area to moderate a panel at LinkedIn Headquarters for the What Next? initiative — a program created to support juniors, seniors, and recent graduates as they prepare for life after college. A genius idea started by Racquel Lee brought together innovative brilliant minds representing global tech companies.

When I looked back at those photos recently, I had to pause.
Several professionals on that stage was someone I knew from my own network people I’d built relationships with over time. Even the curator of the What Next? experience is someone I personally know and deeply respect.

Seeing those pictures again reminded me of something I’ve always believed:
Relationships are powerful. Connections matter.

The rooms you enter, the opportunities you receive, the impact you’re able to make; they’re all tied to the people you intentionally build with.

I don’t take it lightly that my network continues to be a source of opportunity not just for me, but for others. That’s the part I love most: helping people win, together.

Here’s to the power of connection, the beauty of community, and the doors that open when you simply stay in relationship.

📸: Linkedin Headquarters

10/24/2025

Amazon aims to replace over half a million US jobs with robots: report

Thoughts?

The company already has a million robots at work around the world.

09/06/2025

One summer 20+ years ago, I thought I was just getting six weeks away from my parents when I joined the Youth Theological Initiative. Listen, my parents were amazing top-tier, but I was also a teenager who thought I knew everything and I wanted to do what I wanted to do. So a summer in Atlanta sounded amazing to me until I realized it was like church camp, but I soon learned, it was more to it.

What I actually received was the opportunity of a lifetime.

During those six weeks, we:
✅ Served communities through partnership with shelters, soup kitchens, and various nonprofits.
✅ Visited sacred spaces across different faith traditions (this transformed me forever)
✅ Studied and wrestled with big questions in small groups with peers from all over the country

At 16, I didn’t realize I was learning the very foundations of people leadership:
- How to listen deeply
- How to navigate difference with empathy
- How to hold space for complex perspectives
- How to build community rooted in respect and purpose

Today, as a thought partner and strategic people leader, those same skills guide how I lead teams, support employees through change, and design people-first strategies that balance organizational goals with human needs. I also apply this in business as I work with vendors around the world and connect with communities locally in the destinations I travel.

I’m grateful for that early experience. It planted the seeds that continue to shape the way I lead with both head and heart.

📸: YTI 2004, Emory University

08/30/2025

✨ Join us for Afro-Brazilian New Year’s Eve! 🇧🇷🎉

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That means you book your own accommodations, but you’re with us for all the vibes, activities, and the domestic flight from Salvador to Rio.

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• Access to all group activities (Welcome Dinner, Afro-Brazilian Heritage Tour, Quilombo + Cigar Factory Day Trip, New Year’s Eve Beachfront + Hotel Celebration, Christ the Redeemer Tour)
• Domestic flight from Salvador (Bahia) to Rio de Janeiro
• Built-in community + travel tips along the way

This is the final chance to bring in 2026 in Brazil with us 🥂🌴 to secure it today!

08/20/2025

I just exhaled a huge sigh of relief now that both sets of clients that traveled to Mother Africa this month have returned home 🙌🏾 - from Seychelles🇸🇨 (East Africa) and Ghana 🇬🇭 (West Africa). And everyone had an amazing time!! I don't take it lightly when I'm entrusted to not only plan and manage experiences. I take your investment seriously.

Where to next? ✈️
You pick the destination, I'll handle the rest.
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08/13/2025

I'm hosting two adventures next year via The Global Intent, and you're invited! In June, we'll head to Grenada for Juneteenth, and then we'll explore Southern Africa in August as we explore THREE countries: Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Botswana. Drop questions in the comments⬇️Details: www.theglobalintent.com/alltrips

08/12/2025

I know credit scores don't matter much but recently I got mine close to 800 when I stopped making' excuses and dope sh*t started happenin'.
.. most importantly - while simultaneously managing debt and saving money.

If I told you all the sacrifices I was willing to make over the years, most of you wouldn't do it.
Discipline has been my key. It shows up in every aspect of my life. Figure out what works for you and don't let up.

Choose the life you want to live.

01/09/2025

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12/04/2024

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