Background
The daughter of an Air Force officer, Jessica spent her youth learning to value the diversity across people and places. Often asked where was her favorite place to live, she answers, “I liked them all. Everywhere has something unique to offer.”
She feels the same way about people.
Jessica’s background in strategic planning, leadership, and education have instilled collaborative values that allow her to rally teams and produce data-driven outcomes. “My headstone will read, ‘She cared.’ and/or ‘She got stuff done,’” she chuckles.
Hard work, innovation, and continuous feedback have helped Jessica excel in her career. “I bring a good balance of visionary and process-oriented; I optimistically look towards and plan for the future, but I also get my hands dirty to get the work done in a systematic manner that allows others to feel engaged, have ownership, and mitigate risk.”
career
Dr. Jessica Egbert is passionate about people and strategy – and her efforts with scores of organizations have resulted in increased revenue, improved systems and efficiencies, and reinforced cultures of positivity, accountability, and communication.
For 20 years, Dr. Egbert has served with Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions – previously as the Executive Vice President of Strategy and Engagement and now on the Board of Trustees. She currently serves as the Chief Innovation Officer for RBM Services and the RBM family of companies.
Dr. Egbert has served with incredible people in a variety of leadership roles, including the Board of Directors of the Utah League of Cities and Towns, the American Council on Education Women’s Network Executive Council, as Chair of the Board of Directors of the Utah Women in Higher Education Network, the Board of Directors of the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce, as Chair of the Women’s Business Network of the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Utah Valley University Community Advisory Council, the BusinessQ Magazine Editorial Board, the Provo City Economic Development Strategic Plan Steering Committee, the Osteopathic Physician and Surgeon Licensing Board of the Utah Department of Commerce Division of Professional Licensure, and as Chair of the Board of Directors of the American Red Cross – Central and Southern Utah Chapter. Egbert is also in her first term as a member of the Mapleton City Council. She is the co-founder of the Elected Women of Utah organization and maintains an organizational consulting business, Limelight Leadership.
Dr. Egbert is the recipient of many industry and community awards for excellence in achievement, leadership, and service. A recognized presenter on strategic planning, communication, influence, career development, and leadership, she has likewise authored numerous related publications. Dr. Egbert holds a BS in psychology, an MEd in instructional technology, and a PhD in leadership. Her dissertation research on non-cognitive factors within hybrid doctoral education was published in the peer-reviewed International Journal of Web-based Learning and Teaching Technologies.
In her spare time, Jessica loves traveling with her family, the occasional shark encounter, and, unfortunately, tater tots. She and Dan have been married for 22 years and have a five-year-old son. The family resides in Mapleton, Utah.
Professional Achievements
Jessica is a frequent regional and national presenter on topics such as strategic planning, communication, influence, career development, networking, accreditation, and leadership. She is also the recipient of numerous industry and community honors and awards for excellence in achievement, leadership, and service, such as:
- Chamber Champion, Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce
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Board Recognition Award, American Red Cross
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Fab 40, Utah Valley Magazine
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Presidential Award of Excellence, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
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StartFEST Beehive Award, Beehive Startups
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Special Recognition Award, Utah Women in Higher Education Network
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40 Under 40, Utah Valley BusinessQ Magazine
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Fellow, Federation of State Medical Boards
Jessica is a published author whose original or co-authored works have appeared in a variety of publications, such as:
- International Journal of Web-Based Learning and Teaching Technologies
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Forbes
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American Council on Education
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American Council on Education - Women’s Network
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Association for Institutional Research
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Women’s Leadership Institute
Jessica holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology, a master’s of education degree in instructional technology, and a doctor of philosophy degree in educational leadership. Her dissertation research on non-cognitive factors within hybrid doctoral education was published in the peer-reviewed International Journal of Web-based Learning and Teaching Technologies.
An advocate for lifelong learning, after her degrees, Jessica additionally completed certificate programs in financial management and advanced leadership and the Political Development Series from the Women’s Leadership Institute.
Visit Jessica’s LinkedIn profile for more career details.
