Dr. Veirdre Jackson

Dr. Veirdre Jackson Dr. Jackson is the CEO/Founder of Living Strong Consulting LLC.

She is a highly sought-after keynote speaker and author as a Trauma Informed Advocate, Equity and Social Justice Consultant and Leadership and Team Relational Coach and Trainer.

06/18/2026

WE ARE LIVE NOW!

Join us for a powerful conversation on Authentic Leadership with David Schultheis, President & CEO of The Pathway School.

Tonight we’re exploring what it means to lead in a way that helps people feel seen, heard, valued, and empowered to grow. In a world focused on performance, this conversation is a refreshing reminder that leadership is ultimately about people.

Tune in now and join the conversation!

I am so filled with gratitude today.Today, Montgomery County, PA gathered to celebrate “Juneteenth: An American Story of...
06/16/2026

I am so filled with gratitude today.

Today, Montgomery County, PA gathered to celebrate “Juneteenth: An American Story of Legacy, Promise, and Hope”. It was a beautiful reminder that freedom is not simply a moment in history, but a story we continue to write together.

We honored the legacy of those who endured, persevered, and believed in a future they might never see. We reflected on the promise of opportunity, education, civic engagement, and community. And we celebrated the hope carried forward by the next generation through powerful youth art and poetry that reminded us all that the future is in good hands.

A special congratulations to our distinguished Legacy Honorees, Captain Willie Richet and Mr. Charles Whiting, whose leadership, service, and commitment to community embody the very spirit of legacy, promise, and hope. Your lives remind us that impact is measured not only by what we achieve, but by the doors we open and the lives we inspire along the way.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, shared in the celebration, and helped create a space for learning, reflection, connection, and joy.
Today we honored the past.
Today we celebrated the present.
And together, we recommitted ourselves to building a future worthy of those who came before us.

Belonging

What if leadership isn’t about being the smartest person in the room, but about making sure everyone in the room feels s...
06/16/2026

What if leadership isn’t about being the smartest person in the room, but about making sure everyone in the room feels seen, heard, valued, and capable of growing?

This week on The Flip Side of Adversity, I sit down with David Schultheis , President & CEO of The Pathway School, to explore Authentic Leadership and what it means to create environments where students, staff, and leaders can truly thrive.

After more than 40 years in human services, David reminds us that the best leaders don’t build systems around themselves. They build cultures where people flourish.
In a world that often measures performance first, this conversation challenges us to ask:

• Who feels seen because of my leadership?
• Who feels heard?
• Who is growing because I chose to invest in them?

That’s authentic leadership. And it’s needed now more than ever.

Join us this week 6/18 at 5:30 pm EST for a powerful conversation on servant leadership, authentic learning, and creating spaces where people become their best selves.

Pottstown Juneteenth was a whole VIBE!!!
06/14/2026

Pottstown Juneteenth was a whole VIBE!!!

I am beyond excited and deeply grateful to be presenting at ISTE Live 26 and ASCD Annual Conference this month!At a time...
06/09/2026

I am beyond excited and deeply grateful to be presenting at ISTE Live 26 and ASCD Annual Conference this month!

At a time when educators and leaders are carrying heavy loads, navigating constant change, and pouring into others every day, I have the privilege of sharing one of the messages closest to my heart: “R.E.F.I.L.L. Your Energy, Rewire Your Leadership”

And … I’m especially excited to be part of the Wellbeing Playground with: “The R.E.F.I.L.L. Playground: Rewire, Restore, and Rise”

A special thank you to Malikah Upchurch for the opportunity to contribute to this incredible experience. This vision for creating spaces where leaders can restore and reimagine what wellness looks like is both timely and needed.

As I celebrate 10 years of entrepreneurship and continue walking in purpose through new leadership roles, this opportunity is a reminder that our greatest impact often comes from helping others remember who they are, reconnect with why they started, and find the strength to keep going.

If you’ll be in Florida for ISTE Live 26/ASCD Conference , come find me!

Every time I stand in front of a microphone, a camera, or a room full of people, I am reminded that influence is not bui...
06/07/2026

Every time I stand in front of a microphone, a camera, or a room full of people, I am reminded that influence is not built by what we say when everyone is watching. It is built by who we are when no one is. Truth has a way of creating its own light.

You do not have to perform your purpose.
You do not have to manufacture your value.
You do not have to dim your voice to fit into someone else’s expectations.

Because inner strength is not loud. It is the quiet confidence that comes from knowing your values, honoring your convictions, and remaining rooted in who God created you to be.

Today, may your light come not from the spotlight around you, but from the truth within you.

When you get to be in rooms where women shine!!!
06/06/2026

When you get to be in rooms where women shine!!!

I have learned that life is not about standing still—it is about moving with purpose, even when the winds shift.I choose...
06/06/2026

I have learned that life is not about standing still—it is about moving with purpose, even when the winds shift.

I choose joy on purpose.
I choose faith over fear.
I choose movement over stagnation.
I choose to trust that every step, every pivot, every lesson, and every season is preparing me for something greater.

Here’s to living exceedingly, leading courageously, and embracing the beautiful journey ahead. -Dr. Veirdre Jackson

06/04/2026

What if the biggest barrier to your success isn't your strategy—but the story you've been telling yourself? Join us for a powerful conversation with Caroline Campana-Reynolds, workforce development leader, educator, coach, and author, as we explore how childhood messages, people-pleasing, boundaries, and self-worth impact the way we lead and live. Caroline shares her personal journey of healing, growth, and transformation, along with practical insights to help you stop living by default and start living by design. If you're ready to create a life rooted in purpose, peace, and possibility, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.

06/04/2026

As we head into the final stretch before summer break, I’ve been reflecting on the first six months of The Flip Side of Adversity: Leadership in Uncertain Times.

What a gift.

When I chose this theme, I knew leaders were carrying more than strategy, budgets, and goals. They were carrying grief, uncertainty, exhaustion, transitions, questions, and the weight of helping others while trying to stay whole themselves.

And our guests have not disappointed.

Together, we’ve explored courage, generosity, boundaries, resilience, healing, purpose, identity, community, and what TRUE leadership looks like when there isn’t a clear roadmap.

I am deeply grateful for every leader who has shared their wisdom, vulnerability, and lived experience. These conversations have become more than episodes—they’ve become a library of insight for anyone navigating difficult seasons.

If you’ve missed a conversation, now is the time to catch up. And don’t miss the powerful episodes still ahead before we pause for summer.

Catch all the replays here: https://flipsideradio.podbean.com/

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