J4Leaders

April Forum - "Worthy of Your Calling"
2023-04-20 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Whole Life Church, 2800 North Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32804, United States
Please join us on Thursday, April 20th as we welcome Yamile Luna, Chief Operating Officer at Advent Health in Winter Garden & Clermont as our Encourager on “Worthy of Your Calling”. Yamile will share some personal and professional stories in her life’s journey, particularly as they relate to her calling and her obedience to the Lord.
This teaching will also focus on the verse from Ephesians 4:1, “As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received.”

2023 Kick-Off Forum
2023-02-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Country Club of Orlando, 1601 Country Club Drive, Orlando, FL, 32804, United States
We look forward to seeing you at our 2023 Kick-off event on Thursday, February 9th at 6:00 p.m. at the Country Club of Orlando. We will hear from our CEO, Lisa Schultz share about our exciting plans for 2023, engage in some small group discussions, win some prizes and make new friends!
Space is limited, so please register soon!
“A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps.” Proverbs 16:9

Holiday Happy Hour
2022-12-06 17:30 - 19:00 | The Wine Room on Park Avenue, 270 South Park Avenue, Winter Park, FL, 32789, United States
Please join us for some fun and fellowship on Tuesday, December 6th for a Holiday Happy Hour at The Wine Room on Park Avenue.
We love you all – but our budget doesn’t allow for hosting this event, so it will be a cash bar. We hope you can join us!
Please RSVP to Suzi@j4leaders.org.

October Forum - "Courageous Impact"
2022-10-05 18:00 - 19:30 | The Rosalind Club, 11 North Rosalind Avenue, Orlando, FL, 2801, United States
Mark your calendar for our next forum on Wednesday, October 5th at the Rosalind Club downtown as we discuss “Courageous Impact”. We will hear from a panel of amazing business women that are making a real impact right here in Central Florida.
Our moderator for the evening will be Seciiy Wilson, founder of WOW (Women Overcoming with Willpower) Legacy Group. The panelists will include Sherry Magee – Senior Director, KPMG US, Elise Vasquez Warner – Regional VP Walmart, and Linh Dang – Chief Development Officer, Addition Financial.

August Forum - “Courageous Prayer” with Stacey Thacker
2022-08-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Country Club of Orlando, 1601 Country Club Drive, Orlando, FL, 32804, United States
Please join us on Thursday, August 18th as we welcome Stacey Thatcher to share with us on “Courageous Prayer”.
Stacey is a wife and the mother of four daughters. She is a speaker and writer who loves God’s Word and connecting with women. Stacey is also the author of 7 books including “Hope for the Weary Mom”, “Fresh Out of Amazing”, and “Threadbare Prayer.” Her 8th book, “Unraveled: Hope for the Mom at the End of Her Rope” came out 05/03/2022. You can find out more about Stacey on her website, staceythacker.com.

May Forum - "Courage Under Fire"
2022-05-10 18:00 - 19:30 | CI Group Orlando, 20 North Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Michele Rigby Assad joined the CIA in January 2002 and spent a decade working as an undercover intelligence officer in the Directorate of Operations. Specializing in counterterrorism and counterintelligence, Michele worked in Iraq as well as other secret Middle Eastern locations. To date, Michele has lived in six countries in the Near East region and traveled to more than forty-five others. Please join us on May 10th as Michele shares her personal stories of struggle and fear while maintaining her courage under fire.
Michele is an inspirational speaker, trainer, and international security consultant focused on the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. Her bestselling book was released February 2018 and it is called Breaking Cover: My Secret Life in the CIA and What it Taught Me About What’s Worth Fighting For. She has been featured on ABC’s 20/20, Megyn Kelly Today, Google Talks, and The Spy Museum. Michele will have her books for sale the night of the forum and will also be happy to sign them for us.
Michele holds a master’s degree in Contemporary Arab Studies from Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service and a political science degree from Palm Beach Atlantic University. She and her husband, Joseph, live in Florida.

March Forum - Connecting Courageously
2022-03-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Wall Crawl, 1016 West Church Street, Orlando, FL, 32805, United States
Please join us at Wall Crawl in downtown Orlando on March 22nd at 6:00 p.m. for an evening of fellowship, interactive activities and a whole lot of fun! It is $20 per person. Space is limited, so please register soon!

J4 Holiday Social Hour
2021-12-02 17:30 - 19:00 | Rocco’s Italian Restaurant, 400 S. Orlando Ave, Winter Park, FL, United States
We invite you to join us for a J4 Holiday Social Hour. It will be a great opportunity to catch-up with friends and make some new ones!
* A cash bar and full menu will be available for purchase.
We hope you can join us!!!

October Forum - Undone by Grace: The secret to walking humbly
2021-10-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Eclat Law Office, 307 Cranes Roost Boulevard, Altamonte Springs, FL, 32701, United States
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, October 12th as we welcome Amanda Dukes, WESH 2 New Reporter and Anchor.
A number of research studies have concluded that humility is a common trait in effective leaders. Micah 6:8 tells us to serve God, we must walk humbly. James 4:10 says when we humble ourselves, God will honor us. But our current culture downplays the virtue of humility associating it with weakness. So the questions to be answered are; why is humility important, what does it look and sound like in our lives, and how can it be pursued.?
In her 33 years as a journalist Amanda has been given a front row seat to observe the power of humility in people from all walks of life. She’ll share from both her personal experiences and her study of Andrew Murray’s classic book “Humility, The Journey Toward Holiness”. One of her most surprising discoveries is the secret to receiving the gift of humility is to let your heart be undone by God’s lavish and personal grace.
Amanda joined WESH 2 News in August 1997. Her most memorable experiences at WESH 2 News include covering the wildfires of 1998, spending a month on the road in West Palm Beach and Tallahassee covering the 2000 post-election battles, and being right on the coast as hurricanes Jeanne and Frances hit in 2004. She will also never forget the challenging days she spent field anchoring WESH 2 News’ live coverage of the Casey Anthony trial from outside the Orange County courthouse.
Amanda has served on the boards of several non-profit groups including J4 Leaders and Summit Church as well as the Christian Service Center and Samaritan Village. She is also a proud graduate of Lifework Leadership Orlando.
She enjoys leading and facilitating bible study groups, volunteering as a mentor, reading, Christian music, and trips to the beach or mountains. Her talents extend to singing, and she has performed professionally in college and in the Miss America pageant system. She was New Hampshire’s Junior Miss and first runner-up to Miss New Hampshire.

August Forum - Reconnect & Continue the Conversation
2021-08-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Country Club of Orlando, 1601 Country Club Drive, Orlando, FL, 32804, United States
Throughout the year we have been talking about what it means to be a Just Leader. Micah 6:8 tells us what is required of us — to act justly; love mercy; and walk humbly with our God. We are excited to reconnect with you and continue these conversations.
Wine & appetizers will be provided. Donations are appreciated!

Suite Hour of Prayer
2021-05-11 12:00 - 12:45
No matter what type of office you are working out of these days- whether it’s your office suite or your kitchen, we hope you will join us over lunch for a time of prayer and reflection on Tuesday, November 10th.
The Bible tells us that gathering together to pray is an effective and powerful way to intercede for each other and our world. We would like to use this time to pray for each other and share prayer requests and praise reports and we hope you will join us!
WHERE: Zoom Meeting

April Virtual Forum: "Exploring Just Leadership"
2021-04-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
Sign up for this incredible opportunity to have a conversation with Justice Jamie Grosshans of the Florida Supreme Court as she shares about what it means to be a just leader in today’s world.
Justice Jamie R. Grosshans was appointed to the Florida Supreme Court on September 14, 2020. Previously she was appointed to the Fifth District Court of Appeal in 2018 by Governor Rick Scott. Prior to her appointment to the appellate court, she served as an Orange County Court Judge in the Ninth Judicial Circuit of Florida where she presided over criminal and civil matters.
Justice Grosshans graduated cum laude from the University of Mississippi School of Law. During law school, she clerked for the Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C., and the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Mississippi. Following admittance to the Florida Bar, she served as an Assistant State Attorney for Orange County, Florida in both the misdemeanor and felony divisions where she tried numerous criminal jury trials.
Justice Grosshans later entered private practice and founded her own law firm where she focused on family law and criminal defense matters for nearly ten years. In her family law practice, Justice Grosshans represented individuals in dissolution of marriage, child support and paternity matters, modifications, adoptions and other domestic issues. She also served as a Guardian ad Litem in domestic cases and dependency court.
In her criminal defense practice, she represented individuals charged with misdemeanors and felonies as well as juvenile delinquency, violation of probation and injunction matters. During this time she also served as an Adjunct Professor at Valencia College where she taught Hospitality Law for the Hospitality and Tourism Management Program for seven years.

J4 Book Group on "Generous Justice" by Tim Keller
2021-03-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
Join us virtually to discuss Tim Keller’s book and how it applies to us as leaders today. Get your copy now and enrich the conversation by sharing your insights!
It is commonly thought in secular society that the Bible is one of the greatest hindrances to doing justice. Isn’t it full of regressive views? Didn’t it condone slavery? Why look to the Bible for guidance on how to have a more just society? But Timothy Keller challenges these preconceived beliefs and presents the Bible as a fundamental source for promoting justice and compassion for those in need. In Generous Justice, he explores a life of justice empowered by an experience of grace: a generous, gracious justice. This book offers readers a new understanding of modern justice and human rights that will resonate with both the faithful and the skeptical.

February Virtual Forum: 2021 Kick-Off Event
2021-02-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
Join the conversation as we grow as leaders in 2021! Our theme this year is “just leadership”. During the year we will explore what it means to act justly, love mercy, and serve with humility as leaders at work and in our community.
On february 24th, we will discuss all of these concepts and will then delve deeper into each concept, one at time over the course of the year. We will challenge each other on being just leaders and learn how we can be used to serve in such a time as this.
To request an event invite, please click here. We look forward to leading with you!

Third Thursdays
2021-02-18 07:30 - 09:00
Join us the Third Thursday of each month for conversation and fellowship. No agenda other than to support our fellow Christian women in the marketplace. Click here for locations.

October Virtual Forum: Intentional Leadership Workshop
2020-10-21 18:00 - 19:30
Please join us on Wednesday, October 21st at 6:00 p.m. for our virtual Intentional Leadership Workshop led by Mary Tomlinson, president of On-Purpose Partners. Mary works with businesses, non-profits and individuals, helping each achieve greater purpose and focus.
Prior to owning her own business, Mary enjoyed an 18-year career with the Walt Disney Company where she was an executive in marketing and a general manager coaching teams of 8-800.
She was a Disney Marketing Brand Director where she developed brand positioning and strategy for Walt Disney World businesses, resorts, and theme parks. As the Business Director of Disney’s internal advertising agency she oversaw the team who annually managed 5,000 projects with a $130 million budget. She also served as Director of the former Disney Institute, a 585-room resort hotel and learning center with 800 employees, 100 training programs, and a $65 million budget.
Since 2001, she has been President of On-Purpose Partners, LLC, a coaching, facilitation, and consulting firm. She specializes in brand and marketing development, customer service training and consulting, the design and facilitation of planning retreats, workshops, and personal and executive coaching.
She is a national speaker and the published author of Wholehearted Purpose and Facilitation Made Easy and has co-authored business articles in Meetings & Conventions, Training Magazine, Successful Meetings, HR Innovator, and Inspired Women Magazine.com.
She lives in Raleigh, North Carolina, is the Co-Founder of PCW (Professional Christian Women – professionalchristianwomen.com) and the Board Chair for Your CenterPeace – yourcenterpeace.org. She and her husband love North Carolina and following the adventures of their two grown children and grandbabies.

August Virtual Forum: "Navigating Crucial Conversations"
2020-08-19 18:00 - 19:30
A crucial conversation is a discussion characterized by high stakes, differing opinions, and strong emotions. There are many crucial conversation going on today in our world that, if mishandled, can lead to disastrous results in your personal life or at work.
For crucial conversations to be constructive, they must have a shared purpose and the conditions must be safe for everyone to contribute. It’s important that all parties participate in order to reach the best conclusion or outcome.
Please join us on Wednesday, August 19th for our virtual forum as Yolanda Frazier shares with us about how to engage in these conversations and how to effectively navigate through them.
Yolanda Frazier is a retired Lieutenant Colonel, from the United States Army, where she served faithfully for 30 years. Her military career was a very enriched one with numerous military assignments. She dedicated her life and career as a professional leader who was always determined to help others by teaching and training them, so they could meet their highest potential. As a wife, mother and grandmother, she can relate to so many beautiful and challenging life experiences. Due to numerous trials early on, in her personal life, she is committed to helping others succeed as well.
Yolanda is an ordained minister, author, counselor, motivational/inspirational speaker and the founder of Women Connect. Women Connect was established in 2005, as an opportunity for women to connect once a month, to discuss various issues and network with other women.
After serving in the community, and assisting numerous organizations for many years, Yolanda officially launched her 501c3 Non-profit organization called Enough International Inc. in 2018. As Founder and CEO of this organization, Yolanda is confident and committed to living and demonstrating her life’s work that was divinely given to her by God.

Enneagram Part 2 : Analyzing Your Score
2020-06-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
On this Zoom call, we will break into small groups and discuss the different types of Enneagrams and how they shape our motivations, relational strategies, and core needs. If you haven’t signed up yet, please click below and we will get a calendar invitation right out to you!
If you haven’t taken the test yet, it’s not too late! The cost is $12 per person. To take the test, please click here.

May Forum Zoom Call - Your Enneagram at Work
2020-05-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
“Nine Styles of Leadership” and how it shapes our motivations, relational strategies, and core needs”
Whether you are new to the enneagram or already know your number, this workshop will help you gain a deeper awareness of the mysterious glory in you that mirrors God, your creator. You will also gain a deeper appreciation and affection for each of the nine types.
Each style has its own strengths, blind spots, core needs and motivations. As we learn about ourselves and others, it allows us to tap into each other’s resources, reduce conflict and work more effectively as teams.
Rachel Blackston will join us for for an engaging and encouraging evening of self-reflection where we enter into deep soul questions: What is my core longing? What do I uniquely offer to the world? Where is there shame or entanglement that keeps me from living fully into my God-given glory at work?

We will be discussing the nine different types of Enneagrams and how they shape our motivations, relational strategies, and core needs. We recommend that you take the Enneagram Test prior to coming to the forum. The cost is $12 per person. To take the test, please click here.

February Forum: "Influence"
2020-02-25 06:00 - 20:00 | The Balcony Orlando, 89 S Orange Ave, Ste 1120, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
