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With a reputation for visionary leadership and a commitment to organizational excellence, Carol Jennings, MS, stands at the forefront of strategic employee development, talent management, and organizational transformation. As CEO of CJ Consulting in Rosharon, TX, Carol partners with clients nationwide to craft innovative strategies that elevate talent management, employee experience, and leadership development.

In her role as Vice President Talent Strategy at INTEGRIS Health, Carol was responsible for the overall strategy and design of the integration of talent management, talent acquisition, and HR business partners. She led the HR team for acquisitions, ERP change management, implementation of redesigned employee engagement process, design of performance review, and talent review. Prior to joining INTEGRIS Health, Carol was vice president of education and organization development at Memorial Hermann, where she was responsible for talent management, leadership development, onboarding, clinical education, and talent review. Under Carol’s leadership, both INTEGRIS Health and Memorial Hermann were recognized multiple times as a “Best Place to Work.” 

Carol’s expertise spans the design and implementation of enterprise-wide initiatives, leveraging advanced HR technologies, including Oracle and Workday, to drive measurable results. Her unique talent for integrating competency models, change leadership, and process improvement has enabled organizations to not only identify and nurture the next generation of leaders but also exceed critical benchmarks in retention and performance.

Renowned as a strategic thinker, Carol is a sought-after national conference speaker on topics such as employee engagement, organizational culture, and HR technology. Her passion for fostering inclusive, high-performing environments makes her a trusted partner and thought leader for organizations aiming to thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Carol’s professional certifications include Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, ATD Coaching Certification, Master Change Agent, Development Dimensions International (DDI), DiSC, Korn Ferry Leadership 360, and Peter Block Consulting.

Carol earned a BS in training and development at the University of Houston and an MS in leadership development at Grand Canyon University. 

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