Jean Criss is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in media and technology. With a track record of success, she has founded four thriving e-commerce ventures, demonstrating her prowess in brand innovation and business creation. Her innovative products span multiple industries, including technology, healthcare, fashion, retail, and business.
Certified in fashion business and digital media, Jean is a respected figure in her field, frequently featured on television, podcasts, and radio programs. She is deeply committed to supporting women in business, advocating for their growth and empowerment. Jean’s dedication to staying informed about new technologies and trends enables her to navigate the ever-evolving landscapes of media, fashion, and business with resilience and determination.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Jean is an accomplished author, having self-published five books and contributed hundreds of articles to renowned fashion and business publications. Her relatable and vulnerable approach to storytelling resonates with audiences, inspiring them through her influential social media presence.
Jean’s unwavering belief in self and women’s empowerment drives her to effect change, leveraging AI learning and testing to empower women in the tech industry to embrace new technologies. Recently appointed Program Editor for Mission Impact Academy’s Women Voices in AI blog series, Jean shares narrative alumni and speaker stories about the influence of AI on today’s market dynamics. She continues to contribute to NYWIFT as a Contributing Writer and other publications, showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit.
With a passion for creativity and innovation, Jean Criss is a true changemaker in the media and tech world, consistently seeking out innovative solutions and opportunities to make a lasting impact.
Below are highlights of the interview conducted between World’s Leaders and Jean Criss:
What has made you successful? What do you value?
Jean puts faith in people, prosperity and life, making all things possible. The words “I am possible” are derived from “IMPOSSIBLE”. She is a passionate woman embracing change and ready to adapt to the ever-changing workplace in today’s market dynamics. A favorite quote of Jean’s is ‘A goal is simply a dream with a deadline’. Don’t get hung up or overwhelmed by work or things in life; approach them with a clean and simple outlook and you will achieve.
Which are the major services of the company and how do the company to get ahead in the competition? What value-added services does the company provide?
Jean Criss Media focuses on the ability to create and innovate. With over 25 years embracing numerous industries and business sectors, Jean capitalizes on growth, women empowerment, women in tech at large, collaborating and networking at many levels to achieve success. Her business focuses on publishing and writing services, digital media and marketing creative services, productions, and other creative and innovative experiential solutions. Jean has collaborated with small businesses locally, regionally, nationally, and globally. She always welcomes new opportunities whereby she can demonstrate her skills to help clients achieve the very best with creative media solutions.
What are the most important aspects of a company’s culture? What principles do you believe in and how do you build this culture?
Jean believes that no matter how well you do something, you can always do it better. Learning is a journey with no end in sight. If you stop learning, you may not enrich your life personally and professionally.
What is the significance of innovative ideas in the company?
Jean’s business is based on the ability to create and innovate. No stone is left unturned. If you uncover a new approach, embrace it, and you may reap the rewards toward success. Sometimes fostering a positive approach in a business environment outranks other successful measurements.
Give us your opinion on; do organizations rely heavily on individual heroics or team processes?
I believe in team collaborations with recognition of individuals with outstanding performance. There is no room for egos, heroics, or any like behaviors.
What are your responsibilities as the CEO / President / Managing Director of the company? What is the happiest part of your daily routine?
I enjoy being an individual contributor as an entrepreneur leading organizations, directing, strategizing, and then coaching and implementing solutions for best results. Collaborating and networking at many levels, involving outside partners and resources to ensure a product, program, or services success!
What advice would you give someone going into a leadership position for the first time?
Take some leadership and executive training courses. Push yourself to the limits. Ask for input and constructive criticism and act on it. Don’t take things personally. It’s best when you listen with an open ear and put things into play to make improvements. Make change happen. Don’t look back and regret what you could have done when you can do things to make change occur.
And always be passionately positive, showing encouragement to others. Use open-ended inquiries so others welcome the opportunity to return and speak with you. Don’t close the door on anyone.
