Christine Janssen, Founder & President

Christine Janssen has nearly 20 years of experience in marketing, market research, new product development, business development, consulting, and professional writing. Primary industry experience includes consumer goods, interior design, education, information technology, and financial services. She has a consistent record of leading and delivering value-add competitive analyses, ideation sessions, and innovative marketing strategies to identify unique growth opportunities. When it comes to business, she is passionate about innovation and a huge advocate of outstanding customer service. This, along with her no-nonsense, pragmatic approach to working with clients and her thought-provoking inquiries, is what sets her apart from her peers.

Christine holds a BS in Marketing from the University of South Florida (Tampa, FL), a global MBA in Communication & Information Systems and Finance from Fordham University (New York, NY), and is currently completing her PhD at New York University (New York, NY) where she is developing a phenomenological study on the lived learning experiences of female entrepreneurs. She is also an adjunct professor and teaches Marketing at the Mountbatten Institute in New York City (which is an international internship program affiliated with the University of Cambridge, UK) and Entrepreneurship at Fordham University in the College of Liberal Studies.

Erin Higgins, Business Development

Erin was brought on board to identify new business opportunities and manage special research projects. She earned a BS in Health Care Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and then subsequently built a career in the healthcare industry as both an Executive Recruiter and a Manager of Business Development where she honed her marketing, research, and business development skills. More than anything, it is Erin’s contagious enthusiasm and exceptional relationship management skills that our clients will benefit most from.

Anna White, Partner/Financial Expert

Anna White, an entrepreneur and consultant specializing in financing for small business, provides financial modeling and advisory services. Her background includes 10+ years of professional experience in equity research, investment banking, and new venture management at firms such as Banc of America Securities, Credit Suisse First Boston, and First Union Capital Markets. Most recently, Anna launched a women's innerwear brand called Autrepeau that has achieved nationwide distribution. She received a BS in Business Administration and an MBA from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill.