HI, MY NAME IS… Jennifer Kaplan.
I’VE LIVED IN PHOENIX MY ENTIRE LIFE AND I LOVE IT FOR SOME MANY REASONS… my family is here, the weather, activities, and the great places to explore.
A TYPICAL DAY IN MY LIFE INCLUDES… early morning yoga, hustling to different client meetings and events, interacting with my team, and trying to squeeze in a few minutes of downtime before bed.
MY FAMILY IS… one of the most important things in my life. I’m very close with my parents and talk to them almost daily. My husband and I work together and he’s a huge support in my life.
ONE THING I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT IS… yoga! It helps me stay centered and grounded and I am a creature of habit so when I find something I like, I stick with it.
MY FAVORITE MOVIE I COULD NEVER GET TIRED OF WATCHING AND WHY IS… “Love Actually.” I am a hopeless romantic and enjoyed following the different story lines.
WHEN I WAS YOUNGER, I WANTED TO BE… two things, either a comedian (until I quickly learned I wasn’t that funny) or a sports agent, as I love sports.
THE SONG I WOULD SING AT KARAOKE NIGHT IS… if I could – anything by Celine Dion. She is one of my all-time favorite performers. I’ve seen her in concert too many times to count. However, a safe go-to is Neil Diamond.
THE ONE PERSON WHO MOTIVATES ME IS… my Mom. She is a female entrepreneur who is passionate about what she does, has built phenomenal relationships, and continues to be dedicated and successful in her business.
THE LAST THING THAT MADE ME LAUGH OUT LOUD WAS… having dinner with friends and sharing stories among each other – lots of great laughs!
THE PERFECT DAY INCLUDES… yoga (see a pattern here), checking in on work to make sure everything is up to date, time with my husband, then enjoying one of our favorite bars or restaurants for a night out.
MY FAVORITE LOCAL NONPROFIT IS… hard to choose. I have the opportunity to work with so many through my company, and I get to see the impact they have on so many people’s lives, as well as animals, I can’t say I have just one.
MY LIFE IS… full of zig zags! I love riding the wave of life and trying not to control or predict what’s going to happen. I try to stay prepared and aware of what could happen.
THE BEST GIFT I’VE EVER RECEIVED WAS… my wedding ring from my husband, not as a material piece, but as a symbol of our love and commitment to each other.
MY DREAM VACATION WOULD BE… anywhere in Italy.
THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE I’VE EVER RECEIVED… “People do business with people they trust and people they like” – it really made me realize the importance and value of building relationships.
