In this episode of Leadership Story Talks, hosts Julienne Ryan and Jerome Deroy welcome Jennifer Langton, a dynamic business advisor, speaker, and former senior leader at the NFL and Atari. With a career spanning finance, sports, and AI-driven innovation, Jennifer shares her insights on transformational leadership, advocating for women in business, and the power of human connection in driving change.
Jennifer’s journey—from being a four-time All-American lacrosse player to spearheading groundbreaking health and safety initiatives at the NFL—is a testament to resilience, strategic thinking, and passion-driven leadership. She dives into how emerging technologies like AI and data analytics are shaping industries and why the human element remains irreplaceable in leadership and innovation.
You’ll hear:
🔹 From the Lacrosse Field to the Boardroom – How Jennifer’s early experiences in competitive sports shaped her leadership mindset and resilience.
🔹 Navigating Change in Male-Dominated Spaces – Lessons from her career at the NFL and how she positioned herself for high-impact leadership roles.
🔹 The Power of Self-Advocacy – Jennifer shares how she created a LinkedIn roadmap to define her career trajectory and secure opportunities that aligned with her passion.
🔹 Harnessing AI to Protect Athletes – How Jennifer led the development of the NFL’s Digital Athlete, an AI-powered system to predict and prevent injuries, reducing concussions to a historic low.
🔹 Why Data Needs Human Insight – How AI and emerging technologies enhance, rather than replace, human decision-making in leadership and innovation.
Key Takeaways:
✨ Lead with Purpose – Passion-driven leadership creates impact and fosters personal fulfillment.
✨ Advocate for Yourself – Craft your own roadmap, define your value, and position yourself for growth.
✨ Innovation Requires Human Connection – AI and technology are powerful tools, but empathy and relationships drive real change.
✨ Curiosity and Adaptability Are Leadership Superpowers – Being open to learning from experts and new disciplines fuels career success.
Resources:
🌐 Jennifer Langton’s Website: jenniferlangtoninc.com
📷 Instagram: @jenny_langton
🔗 LinkedIn: Jennifer Langton
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