Jina Etienne, CPA, CGMA is a speaker, storyteller, and consultant who helps individuals and organizations unlock the power of authenticity, trust, and connection. With more than 30 years of experience in the accounting profession and business leadership, she brings a unique, deeply human approach to leadership development and culture-building.

Her work focuses on the intersection of leadership, belonging, and emotional intelligence, equipping people with the awareness and tools to lead with clarity, empathy, and intention. Known for blending professional insight with personal storytelling, Jina makes complex ideas accessible and relatable. She helps professionals at all levels show up more fully as themselves—both in their work and in their lives.
 

   

Jason is an experienced leader in the L&D discipline with 25+ years of experience across a variety of industries, which include: banking, health insurance, U.S. Army, telecommunications, and biomedical manufacturing. His areas of expertise focus on change management, leader development, emotional intelligence, and nurturing a coaching culture. Jason earned his dual Master's degree from Webster University in HR Management and Leadership Development and is working on his CPTD certification through ATD. 

Regarding DEI, Jason has found a new passion in this space over the past two years. It’s been a long journey for him as he’s continuing to learn to become comfortable in his own skin as an out gay man. Jason understands the value of feeling safe and valued in the workplace because that’s when learning, development, and behavioral change have the best chance of success.  He’s turned considerable effort and department resources to supporting his firm’s efforts in the DEI space and their recently launched Values Forward Committee which oversees all DEI initiatives at Frank, Rimerman. 

On the lighter side, Jason is the proud parent of the 3 best dogs in the world, plays competitive softball, is an avid fan of anything UofK sports-related, and always enjoys a good hike and exploration of nature.