Jane Rolen

I help emerging leaders and professionals break free from fear of failure, burnout, and imposter syndrome by transforming setbacks into fuel for a purpose-driven career.
Through powerful stories, mindset shifts, and practical tools, I show audiences how to lead through adversity, not around it. My program stands for resilience, growth, and purpose—because failure isn’t the end, it’s the fire that forges strength.
Audiences walk away not just inspired, but equipped with a mindset and toolkits to turn fear into focus, self-doubt into confidence, and struggle into a renewed sense of direction.
About Jane
Jane Rolen is no stranger to setbacks—she’s collected them like frequent flyer miles. But rather than being grounded by them, she turned them into the very fuel that built her resilience.
She is living proof that leadership is not built in spite of struggles, but through them. With over 26 years in a decorated government career and recognition as a multi- awarded community leader, Jane equips leaders across sectors to reclaim their voices, resilience, and purpose using the same tools that transformed her own journey.
As the first Filipino podcaster in Georgia, she has released close to 100 episodes of “Usapang Pinoy,” amplifying immigrant stories often left unheard. She also launched Georgia’s Filipino American History Month celebrations, growing them from two events in 2019 to ten by 2025. Recognized as an Atlanta Journal Constitution (AJC) Everyday Hero, one of the 25 Most Influential Asian Americans in Georgia, and featured in Marquis Who’s Who in America, Jane is as much a cultural advocate as she is a connector of people. Onstage and off, Jane is known for her warmth, humor, and straight talk about resilience.
She doesn’t just speak about overcoming setbacks—she shows how to use them as stepping stones to purpose and impact.



Jane's Talks
I help emerging leaders and professionals break free from fear of failure, burnout, and imposter syndrome by transforming setbacks into fuel for a purpose-driven career.
KEYNOTE: Forged in the Fire “Where Struggles Shaped Resilience, Strength & Purposeful Leadership.”
This keynote explores how life’s toughest challenges can become the catalyst for extraordinary growth and leadership. Drawing from personal stories of adversity and triumph, it reveals how resilience is built, strength is discovered, and purpose-driven leadership is forged.
Attendees will gain practical insights on navigating obstacles, embracing discomfort as a teacher, and leading with authenticity and courage. This talk inspires leaders to transform setbacks into stepping stones and to harness their struggles as a source of lasting impact and influence.
Learning Objectives:
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Walk Away with Actionable Strategies to Lead Stronger, Smarter, and with Purpose Build Resilience Under Pressure – Learn practical techniques to stay composed, focused, and motivated during times of uncertainty.
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Reframe Setbacks as Growth – Shift mindset around challenges and self-doubt, turning obstacles into confidence and purposeful decision-making.
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Lead with Impact Today – Implement actionable strategies that leverage your experiences to inspire, influence, and empower teams right away.

WORKSHOP: Lead from Within “Strengthen Your Confidence, Clarity, and Capacity to Lead Authentically”
Following the keynote “Forged in the Fire,” this interactive workshop takes participants beyond inspiration into application. “Lead from Within” helps leaders translate resilience into daily practice—aligning their values, emotions, and actions so they can lead with authenticity, confidence, and purpose. Through guided reflection, peer discussion, and practical exercises, participants will uncover what drives their leadership, how to stay grounded under pressure, and how to lead from their inner strength—not external validation.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
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Clarify Their Inner Compass: Identify personal values, motivations, and leadership triggers that shape decision-making and confidence.
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Apply Emotional Intelligence Tools: Recognize and regulate emotional responses to conflict, stress, and uncertainty with greater awareness and composure.
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Strengthen the Inner Voice: Learn techniques to quiet self-doubt and replace imposter thoughts with empowering self-talk and self-trust.
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Practice Authentic Leadership Skills: Develop strategies to communicate clearly, set healthy boundaries, and lead teams through empathy and integrity.
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Create a Personal Leadership Roadmap: Design a realistic action plan to sustain growth and resilience beyond the workshop.

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