Out of the Box BA

03/04/2026

Excited to be kicking off symposium day at the Minneapolis PDD (Professional Development Days)! This is a fantastic in-person event, and a great way to learn from some of the best in the business analysis space. Workshop Day is May 6! Symposium Day is May 7! Early bird rate ends 3/13. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gCn39_qg

02/20/2026

Behind the scenes of last night’s South East Michigan chapter meeting. We had a fab time with example mapping and lightning decision jams.

Why yes- that is my extra messy desk….. shhhhh

10/21/2025

Ready to hang out with Captain America and the Avengers… and a bunch of awesome folks at the PMBA Conference in Boston. 2nd talk for this trip- and this is a fun one.

The Dollyrots are cranked up… because we’re awesome. #ɪʏᴋʏᴋ

10/19/2025

Owning my dorkdom.
Yes, I’m working on a cross stitch project. It’s mobile. No, I didn’t stitch anything on my flight.

Yes, I always ask the pilots for their trading cards. The 767 version is a special edition for breast cancer awareness.

Welcome to Boston! See you at tomorrow!

03/21/2025

The only photo I took at the Women’s Leadership Forum today. So glad I came to this event.

Sometimes my past self makes plans that present me just doesn’t want to follow through on. Today-Jen was not feelin’ it. But, I showed up and put forth the effort and it was literally what my soul needed. I reconnected with an organization I had been thinking about just a few days ago. I made at least three connections that will be great additions to the Winter Carnival events I produce. I came home with more plants than the one pictured, much to Abby’s concern, but that’s a story for another day.

Late lunch and back to some writing work.

03/19/2025

You're invited to join my Circle. Swing by tomorrow night (3/20) at 6pm CT for information. Zoom link in the comments below.

What's a Circle?
Circles are small peer groups—typically of 8 to 12 people—who meet on a regular basis to learn new skills, offer support, and actively pursue their goals. In a typical Circle meeting, members select a topic that is a launching-off point for discussion. Circles can also include “connection activities” to get to know each other and form stronger bonds. At the end of every Circle meeting, members commit to one action they’re going to take to get closer to their goals. Circles are tailored for women but are beneficial to anyone who wants to learn and grow with others.

Want to learn more, no strings attached? Join me via Zoom at 6:00pm March 20. Details will post below. Comment or message me to ensure you get the information.

03/13/2025

Were you looking for a way to take your requirements game up another notch? Well, look no further because we are going to get in your FACE (Facilitation, Analysis, Collaboration & Elicitation) techniques. Don't worry, it's not as confrontational as it sounds!

Join me Thursday, May 1 for this half-day workshop.
For only $75 you can't afford to miss these modern collaborative techniques that will take your BA game to the next level.

You'll learn collaborative and hybrid techniques, tips and tricks, and more. No need to train a scurry of squirrels to find those requirements for you. Implement what you learn and you'll have everyone talking about how great YOU are as a Business Analyst leader... and quite the Badass Business Analyst!

Check out the symposium on Friday too!
Register here: https://bluegrass.iiba.org/events/bluegrass-business-analysis-conference-2025/

03/11/2025

You're invited to join my Circle.

What's a Circle?
Circles are small peer groups—typically of 8 to 12 people—who meet on a regular basis to learn new skills, offer support, and actively pursue their goals. In a typical Circle meeting, members select a topic that is a launching-off point for discussion. Circles can also include “connection activities” to get to know each other and form stronger bonds. At the end of every Circle meeting, members commit to one action they’re going to take to get closer to their goals. Circles are tailored for women but are beneficial to anyone who wants to learn and grow with others.

Want to learn more, no strings attached? Join me via Zoom at 6:00pm March 20. Details will post below. Comment or message me to ensure you get the information.

03/09/2025

Were you looking for a way to take your requirements game up another notch? Well, look no further because we are going to get in your FACE (Facilitation, Analysis, Collaboration & Elicitation) techniques. Don't worry, it's not as confrontational as it sounds!

Join me Thursday, May 1 for this half-day workshop.
For only $75 you can't afford to miss these modern collaborative techniques that will take your BA game to the next level.

Check out the symposium on Friday too!
Register here:

Thursday Workshops Thursday Workshops will be optional for conference attendees to register to attend as there is an additional cost for each workshop. We will offer two topics for the morning and another three topics for the afternoon for attendees to choose which topic they which to attend. The wo...

03/08/2025

Step forward in solidarity for International Women's Day 2025 today to help . As individuals, we can all take steps in our daily lives to positively impact women's advancement.

You're invited to join me in a Lean In Circle. What's a Circle? Circles are small peer groups—typically of 8 to 12 people—who meet on a regular basis to learn new skills, offer support, and actively pursue their goals.

Interested? DM me, or comment below and I'll invite you to our kick off Circle, no strings attached.

Together we can celebrate women's success and share our knowledge and encouragement with others.