Jodi O'Donnell-Ames
Hope Giver.
Executive Leader | Founder | Effective Communicator
| Speaker | Caregiving & Wellness Writer &Advocate
I am a founder and national leader who built a mission-driven organization supporting families impacted by ALS. With more than 20 years of leadership experience, I developed supportive programs, valued partnerships, and community-based solutions that have supported hundreds of families nationwide. I now bring that experience to entrepreneurs and organizations looking to strengthen human connection, clear and meaningful communications and purpose-driven leadership.
Working Together
With more than 18 years as an advocate, speaker, writer, and Executive Director, I am here to support you as you navigate connection, empathy, development, strategy, speaking and growing your relationships and business.
Over the last four decades, I have:
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Founded a non profit → Built and scaled a startup
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Designed and ran national programs →Program Development and Operations Leadership
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Raised funds → Business development & revenue generation
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Built partnerships → Strategic partnerships & stakeholder engagement
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Supported ALS families → Caregiving expert & grief and resilience facilitator
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Public speaking & media → Brand ambassador / thought leader
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Spoken around the U.S. and in three additional countries
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Written three books
Testimonials
Therese M.
"Attending a workshop with Jodi O'Donnell-Ames is like sitting at the kitchen table and sharing a cup of tea with a close friend. I immediately felt the connection she made with her audience and delighted in her on-the-spot ability to turn an unhealthy eating habit into one that can help your body thrive! Experience, candor, and connection, Jodi has it all!"
Kathy L.
"I had the privilege recently, to listen to Jodi O’Donnell-Ames speak at our National Sales Meeting and she totally reeled me in to wanting to hear more of her story and how she continues giving to the ALS community through her creating, Hope Loves Company. She is a true ‘giver’ to all, but especially to the children who are affected from having a parent with ALS."
GM
"Jodi has the unique ability to translate her personal story into broader themes that individuals and organizations can use to find their purpose and come together to achieve their common goals. I highly recommend Jodi for your next meeting or event as a way to transcend the ordinary."
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