Chief Executive Officer
Durable Minds Everboarding
Sugar Land, Texas, United States
Jillian Ferry is one of the visionary founders of Durable Minds Everboarding, an organization dedicated to empowering young adults through durable skills, character development, and self-awareness. With over 15 years of experience in people operations, Jillian has built a career around shaping meaningful employee experiences and fostering growth, having previously led teams and initiatives in high-impact roles.
Driven by a passion for helping the next generation thrive, Jillian co-founded Durable Minds Everboarding to provide young adults with the tools they need to navigate the modern workforce confidently. The DME programs, rooted in over two decades of corporate insights and research, equip individuals with essential character traits and critical thinking skills to approach life and career challenges with resilience, integrity, and purpose.
Jillian holds a Master of Science in Human Resource Development from the University of Houston and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Texas A&M University. A dedicated mom and a community advocate, she is committed to shaping the future of work by developing a workforce grounded in a strong sense of self and character. Through Durable Minds Everboarding, Jillian aims to inspire students and young professionals to pursue their careers with clarity and confidence. She believes work can be fulfilling and meaningful for the next generation.
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Building Bridges: Onboarding to Everboarding Through Character Development
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM EDT