Jennifer is a successful entrepreneur, savvy marketer and industry mentor.  She is currently the Creator and Principal of MALVADOS, a breakout Lifestyle footwear company, launched in 2016 and growing fast through global distribution channels. With over 20 years of experience as a small business owner, she has worked as a distributor for some of the world’s leading fashion brands.

Jennifer is a also a volunteer fundraiser and was nominated this year as Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser by the Association of Fundraising Professionals. She holds the role as Gala Chair for the Heart and Stroke Foundation 3 years in a row and is a Provincial Advisory Board Member. Jennifer generously gives of her time and expertise for Heart and Stroke and other charities, through events she founded and led. She has been an Industry Mentor for The Canadian Apparel Human Resources Council. At present she is a re-occurring guest teacher and presenter at Kwantlen College, Fashion Marketing program and sits on their Fashion Marketing Advisory Board.