BIO

Jennifer Vollbrecht’s professional experience has included roles in aviation, aerospace and defense industries. She has worked in many capacities, including Helicopter Crew Chief, flight engineer, Project Manager and most recently as an entrepreneur in Project Management Consulting.

As primary consultant at JVC-INC, Jennifer leads multi-disciplinary teams on large complex conventional facilities projects.

Jennifer’s career began with an enlistment in the U.S. Marines. During this time, Jennifer served as a Helicopter Crew Chief, Mechanic and Door Gunner. She flew several hundred missions including, training, air shows, medical evacuations, resupply and personnel transport. Jennifer was nominated by 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing for Navy League Association Enlisted Woman of the Year, representing the entire West Coast and receiving a Letter of Appreciation.

Jennifer was educated at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University where she earned a BS in Professional Aeronautics and an MBA in Aviation. She also graduated from the University of Los Angeles, Anderson School of Management Entrepreneurial Program. Jennifer is currently a Doctoral Candidate at Saint Mary’s College of California, expected to complete in 2022.

She is an active member of the veteran and local non profit community. She has a short story published in Paper Dolls, stories from women who have served. Jennifer enjoys writing guest blogs and articles for veteran organizations, and her portrait was featured in an art exhibition for women veterans.

When Jennifer is not delivering projects and leading teams, she enjoys spending time with family. They enjoy camping, bike riding, hiking and being outside. Jennifer, her husband and 2 children live on a ranch in Central California. You can find Jennifer on the patio reading a book and drinking coffee enjoying the serene country air.

Book Reviews

Book Review #1:
Big Magic

Today I’m going to be reviewing some of my favorite books and I’m going to go over the points and features of these books, and why they’re my favorite.
I’ll also explain why I recommend each of these books.

Blog

My Morning Workout

My Morning Workout

This is my journey of creating a daily writing habit. I write minimum 500 words per day. If I am not blogging, then I am doing a homework assignment, work deliverable or submitting a proposal. Come hell or high water, I make sure to write 500 words per day! I am...

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Old and Young Bonds

Old and Young Bonds

It’s a Sunday afternoon and right now my kids are in the living room playing kitchen and baby dolls with their Great Grandma Ruth. I don’t have any work to do, but I am in the office, so they have time to play their game without being interrupted. I can hear them...

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Daily Routine

Daily Routine

Different than rituals, which I posted about in a previous article, I also like my day to follow a certain routine. Even though I can’t possibly predict life’s uncertainties, there are quite a few things that I do each day that keep me productive, grounded and moving...

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Morning Ritual

Morning Ritual

I am a creature of habit. I love to do the same thing, every single morning. It just sets my day up for success. I realized a long time ago (probably from my days in the Marines, but maybe even before that) that I am a morning person. I do my very best work in the...

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Exercise for Mental Health

Exercise for Mental Health

It’s January 7th, 2020. My social media feeds are full of new year, new me resolutions and many gyms are full with new motivation. I love this time of year and I love being motivated to workout. I didn’t play team sports in high school, but I have always had a daily...

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Joining the Marines

Joining the Marines

I was in high school when 9/11 took place. I remember being at home, starting my day and the house phone rang. It was my Aunt, telling me to turn on the TV because there was something going on in New York. She didn’t know what it was about quite yet, but it seemed...

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Spirit Animals and Signs

Spirit Animals and Signs

I believe in signs from the universe. Whenever I have a question, am weighing an important decision, or an nervous about an outcome, I ask the universe for a sign. There are lots of books you can read about this practice, but truthfully, it’s a very simple exercise. I...

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Big Career Change

Big Career Change

Last year I made a huge career change, and it has honestly been my very best and proudest moment. I went from a successful and challenging career in corporate into entrepreneurship. It was a huge leap, and it wasn’t something I took lightly. In fact, I had my plan for...

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Introduction and Mission

Introduction and Mission

Hi, I’m Jennifer Vollbrecht. I am going to start posting short articles to practice my writing skills during my Doctoral Program. My goal is to write 500+ words per day and work myself up to 1000+ per day. The expectation is that when it’s time to write my...

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Press

Stories of Service: Shanon Meeks and Jennifer Vollbrecht

Stories of Service: Shanon Meeks and Jennifer Vollbrecht

In celebration of veterans, the University recognizes the experiences and stories of student, faculty, staff and alumni veterans. These stories are just some of the many from among the veteran and military-connected community members on campus whom the University is...

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Episode 20-23: J Vollbrecht Consulting

Episode 20-23: J Vollbrecht Consulting

About J Vollbrecht Consulting: Project Management Consulting. Leveraging over 15 years in the Defense and Energy Industry, building and directing project teams through successful completion, with a focus on  integrity, safety, quality and respect. J Vollbrecht...

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You, Me and Uni

You, Me and Uni

Our hope is that we were able to convey our sincere emotion and essential tools necessary to be a feminist. We are extremely proud of this interactive workbook because we are hoping to connect with you, our reader.

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A life of service to others

A life of service to others

All her life, Jennifer Vollbrecht has been committed to service. Her dedication has taken her from her hometown in Manteca to Iraq and back again. 

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Portfolio

J Vollbrecht Consulting

J Vollbrecht Consulting

Leveraging over 15 years in the Defense and Energy Industry, building and directing project teams through successful completion, with a focus on  integrity, safety, quality and respect.

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TSI Corps Mission

TSI Corps Mission

TSI Corps Mission is to ensure our customers and students are equipped with the Skills, Knowledge and Abilities based on Realities to Survive.

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Contact Jennifer

CONTACT FOR BOOKING, INTERVIEWS, ARTICLES OR OTHER EVENT SUPPORT REQUESTS (Travel from California)

jennifer.vollbrecht@gmail.com