Jean D. Francis, Ph.D., served as financial and budget management expert with top-tier government agencies to include: the Department of Defense (DOD) Pentagon, Department of Interior (DOI), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and the Department of Labor (DOL), managing and executing budgets ranging from $581 million to $7 Billion, annually, serving the United States Government from 1989-2014. Dr. Francis is a graduate of University of Maryland, and Capella University. She is enthusiastic about teaching and mentoring others on becoming the best version of themselves. She is the Founder and CEO of JELI Management Company, LLC and currently serves as Adjunct Professor at the American Public University Systems (APUS). Dr. Francis is the behind-the-scenes go-to marketing advisor and educator for top business professionals, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders. She enjoys traveling, cooking, decorating, and spending time with her family.