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Hi, I'm Jen

I’m a visionary leader excited to transform education.

As a life-long advocate for equity in STEM, I specialize in creating spaces, stories, and strategies from the C-Suite.

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STEM is a literacy, a value, and a pathway to a future that is unknown and unknowable.

- Jen Stancil
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About Jen Stancil

JENNIFER STANCIL IS AN INNOVATIVE AND VISIONARY C-SUITE EXECUTIVE FROM NORTH CAROLINA.

Stancil has more than 25 years of leadership experience in informal learning, notably at Carnegie Science Center, Glazer Children’s Museum, McWane Science Center and PBS. Her commitment to education in the K-12 sphere is matched by a passion for equity, belonging, and justice for all in STEM careers. A staunch advocate and actor in the Girls and STEM movement, she is the immediate past Board Chair of the National Girls Collaborative, Board Member and development co-chair for the National Association for Gifted Children, and a former Obama White House Advisor to his Administration’s Women and Girls Council. ​ In her career, she has raised more than $12.4M to sustain mission-driven non-profits through relationships across government, individual, foundation, and corporate social innovation funds. And, as an Emmy ® Award Winner, her production of media from the curriculum of IMAX films and an American Masters documentary, numerous animated series, games, web experiences and a talk show captivates parents, educators, and youth across diverse topics such as math, science, technology, literacy, equity, and educational innovation.

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
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Equity, STEM, and the Non-profit sector

Jen has led groundbreaking initiatives in STEM and non-profit organizations, including creating the first-ever motion-capture lab in a museum at the Glazer Children’s Museum and directing the nationally recognized BrainCake.org online community. Her work extends beyond the U.S., where she’s built programs and resources that empower under-represented groups, especially girls, in science, technology, engineering, and math to launch them into careers that define our future. With her leadership, Jen has consistently created impact and greater access for all

RECENT PROJECTS & ACHIEVEMENTS
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Click!

Click! was a spy school for girls going into 6th – 8th grade...

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GirlTalk Radio

*This conversation can be adapted into either a keynote or interactive workshop

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CanTeen

Resources for girl under 10 in STEM and the meaning behind the media they watch

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BrainCake.org

Resources for girl under 10 in STEM and the meaning behind the media they watch

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BRITE

Resources for girl under 10 in STEM and the meaning behind the media they watch

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iQ: smartparent

Resources for girl under 10 in STEM and the meaning behind the media they watch

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iQZoo

Resources for girl under 10 in STEM and the meaning behind the media they watch

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iQ Kids Radio

Resources for girl under 10 in STEM and the meaning behind the media they watch

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Publix Renovation

Resources for girl under 10 in STEM and the meaning behind the media they watch

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White House

Resources for girl under 10 in STEM and the meaning behind the media they watch

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IF/THEN

Resources for girl under 10 in STEM and the meaning behind the media they watch

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The Girls, Math and Science Partnership

Resources for girl under 10 in STEM and the meaning behind the media they watch

FEATURED PROJECTS
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RECENT PROJECTS & ACHIEVEMENTS
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IQ ZOO

iQ Zoo, a partnership between WQED Multimedia and the Pittsburgh Zoo, was the first time PBS content was used to guide learning through the zoo via QR codes on a mobile phone.

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IQ SMARTPARENT

iQ: smartparent is a unique live talk show about parenting in the digital age. Guided by national thought-leaders in diverse fields iQ: smartparent is filming season 6 and is available nationwide on PBS Affiliates.

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PUBLIX SUPERMARKET
When GCM embarked on changing the Publix exhibit, we did so in two ...
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Paying it Forward

Jen has extensive experience serving on national Boards and NSF advisory councils while providing strategic governance and oversight. She even was invited to serve on the Obama White House’s Council for Women and Girls (where she brought Malia and Sasha STEM gifts, of course!). She brings a results-driven approach, guiding organizations to strengthen their leadership frameworks and navigate complex decision-making. Her expertise in strategic planning, educational outreach, fundraising, event management, and marketing are hallmarks of her leadership. Jen empowers Boards to define clear goals, implement best practices, and achieve meaningful impact within both their immediate communities and across their national footprint.

Jen is open to National Board positions that begin in late 2025 and after.
Board Service
LEADERSHIP & BOARD INVOLVEMENT
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What Jen’s Colleagues And Clients Say About Her Work

Jen is an incredibly innovative thinker and leader. She has led the development of a number of groundbreaking programs and products in the informal learning sector, and represents the best of what this field can do to improve the lives and learning of children and families.

- Laura Huerta Migus

Deputy Director, Institute for Museum and Library Services

Jen is a person of high ethics, high expectations, hard and diligent in work, daring in forging ahead even in uncharted  and unknown areas, all while respecting her circle of peers, leaders and workers and her mandate to do meaningful work through partnering in order to build enduring services and experiences for children and communities.

- Mel Ming

Former CEO, Sesame Street

A natural and innovative leader, Jen has the proven capacity to build and

leverage pr ograms and organizations to create national impact. Her tireless

work on equity has significantly contributed to creating a generation of girls

ready for STEM careers.

- Karen Peterson

Founder and CEO, National Girls Collaborative

Jennifer is a dynamic, passionate, and inspiring speaker. She performed at the National Association for Gifted Children Annual Convention to 3,000 educational leaders. Her keynote address on igniting potential of children was a highlight of the Convention.   

- M. Rene Islas

Executive Director, National Association for Gifted Children

Jen’s magnetic personality and vision resonate through her projects. Her work is full of playful learning and compassionate environments that support today’s kids and get them ready to approach tomorrow’s challenges.

- Michele Borba

Author of Unselfie

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Jen’s Consultancy: The Hello Studios

CREATE SPACES, STORIES, AND STRATEGIES

This boutique firm houses Jen’s advisory roles, speaking engagements, and a select set of clients.

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Ready to Collaborate with Jen?

Let’s work together to create transformative spaces, stories, and strategies that drive impact.

#merging #nightdrives 51 from Jen's personal collection by Lee Nisbet www.leenisbet.com

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Keynotes, Workshops & Speaking Engagements

Jen’s expertise as a speaker spans across diverse audiences, from boardrooms to classrooms, where she delivers impactful presentations that inspire action.

She is known for her ability to connect with people, using her experience and insights to craft messages that resonate deeply. Jen’s speaking engagements are designed to leave a lasting impression and drive meaningful change.

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