In his role, he is able to get an “inside view” of his client’s operations, which enable him to recommend strategies that may help to reduce the likelihood of employee fraud and embezzlement.

INDUSTRY FOCUS
Jason centers his focus on the healthcare and professional services industries, as well as real estate and retail operations. He also focuses on services for veterinarian practices.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, Jacksonville Chapter, Past-President and Treasurer
• Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants

EDUCATION

• M.S., Business Administration, University of North Florida
• B.S., Accounting, Murray State University

Unlike some small business owners, however, Jim also brought decades of executive experience and business acumen
to the task of growing the Jacksonville-based IT startup into the award-winning enterprise, it is today.

Jim’s leadership skills were homed in both the technology and banking sectors, where he worked for large corporations including First American Title, Infusion Technologies, JPMorgan Chase and Cenlar. And his executive, operations, and relationship-building expertise, combined with his knowledge of both the institutional and service provider
perspectives made him a perfect fit for Venture Pointe. He had firsthand knowledge of the service issues the company was created to address, a longtime desire to address them, and the executive capacity to build a profitable and sustainable business.

Having created mentoring and community-based relationship initiatives, Jim also had a basis to build from regarding employment development and community involvement.

Jim and his colleagues are also involved in industry think tanks, projects for social and ethical advancement and advisory positions. They’ve provided tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of equipment and technical support to nonprofit organizations created technology internships for local college students and facilitated high school science and technology education programs. And they’ve extended services to small businesses in the community, including their own clients. Their commitment to service and excellence has been recognized with honors including the Better Business Bureau Torch Award and a number of national and international industry awards.

When he’s not working, Jim enjoys the Florida lifestyle with his wife of almost 28 years, Sally, who works within the Duval County Public School System. He has a special affinity for golf, which not only involves sunshine and exercise but also
provides an opportunity to be completely in charge of his own success. “When you play golf,” he says, “your success completely depends upon you. You can’t blame anyone else if you hit a bad shot!” 

In his role, Josh is responsible for originating and retaining client relationships, defining and articulating objectives, facilitating development, and maintaining performance accountability of client support plans.

Prior to joining Harden in 2014, Josh worked at Aerotek as a Technical Recruiter.  In this role, he was responsible for the identification, placement and performance of contract employees, as well as maintaining client relationships within the engineering field.

Josh received his Bachelor of Arts in Geography from the University of Florida.  He currently holds a Florida Life, Health and Variable Annuities (2-15) license and has been designated a Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) by the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

As an active member of the community, Josh is involved with the Museum of Contemporary Art and served on the board of The Contemporaries for several years. He is also a board member of the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce Health Council, which promotes health and wellness as a city priority.

Originally from Atlanta, Jenn took a leap of faith and moved to Jacksonville five years ago to take on a Corporate Sponsorship position that turned into a National Marketing Director promotion within less than four months. While in her role with Dream Finders Homes, Jenn was responsible for running marketing for the company’s Northeast Florida division through one of their largest periods of growth, while also managing all marketing efforts for their other six divisions, a PGA Tour partnership with the Players and an NFL sponsorship with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Jenn’s creativity, determination and unique marketing perspective played a large part in Dream Finders Homes’ growth from 477 closings to over 1,200 closings in just four years. It is Jenn’s attention to detail and relationships that not only made her well known as an asset to the building industry quickly, but also put Dream Finders’ name out there as one to be involved in the community of Jacksonville. Within her first year with Dream Finders, Jenn joined the Northeast Florida Builders Association’s Sales and Marketing Committee, leading her to then Chair the Laurels (their largest event) for the next two years. She also helped start the Young Professionals Group within the builder’s association and served as the co-chair for three of her four years in the building industry.

Jenn has been recognized numerous times in her career as a leader and one to watch in the city of Jacksonville. Most recently Jenn was recognized as a JAX MVP by the Jacksonville Jaguars and was one of 17 young professionals in the city of Jacksonville to serve in the Jacksonville Chambers’ Hightower Emerging Leaders Fellowship program for the 2018 year. Jenn continues to be recognized as a significant difference maker for the Jacksonville community and Jacksonville’s future.

In 2019, Jenn launched her own marketing consulting firm, JSK Marketing. Her passion for helping companies succeed is what motivates her on long days. She truly makes herself an extension of her client’s team and serves them each as if she were their personal CMO. It may be from her time at Chick-fil-A, Inc. but Jenn loves serving people and understands the importance of creating lifelong fans for a brand, which has been key to her seeing instant success with her new company.

Jenn is known to take things on headfirst, always with a smile, and maybe just a little sarcasm. She has brought an entirely new look to marketing for the community and her clients. She pushes the envelope on marketing standards and innovation in the marketplace. When she is not working Jenn loves to explore the world, watch football, and hang out with her husband, friends and family. She also serves on multiple boards in the community, including Nemours Children Hospital’s Women’s committee and BEAM’s Beach Ball committee.

As a certified athletic trainer she understands the importance of rehabilitative services and is pleased to be able to work with the community programs and services that Brooks provides to the communities surrounding Jacksonville, Daytona, Orlando, Gainesville, Ocala, and Tampa. Jessica’s responsibilities also include leading the Brooks Health Foundation and conducting the Community Health Needs Assessment. 

Prior to joining Brooks, Jessica was the Senior Director of Development for UF Health Jacksonville and the University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville. During her tenure with UF Health she realized her love of working with vulnerable populations and non-profit organizations. She currently serves as the UNF Alumni Association Board of Directors Vice President, Membership Co-Chair for the JAX Chamber Health Council, Executive Cabinet Member for the Go Red For Women Campaign benefiting the American Heart Association, Co-chair of the Run For Heroes 5k to Benefit UF Health TraumaOne, and is a proud member of “The Most Inquisitive and Best Class” of Leadership Jacksonville 2018.

Jessica holds dual degrees from the University of North Florida – a Master’s of Business Administration in International Business and a Bachelor’s of Science in Sports Medicine and Athletic Training. She is passionate about ensuring water safety for all and continues to coach middle school swimmers at The Bolles School. As a fun fact, Jessica worked in professional sports for 10 years. She had the pleasure of working with professional golf tournaments, creating tracking technology for marathons, and masterminding the scoring system for the CrossFit Games. She loves spending time with her husband, bonus son, and their two English Bulldogs – Rondo and Barkley.
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Ashley is most in her element when she is serving those who are less fortunate. With more than eight years of experience in the nonprofit arena and 20+ years in corporate, Ashley is a seasoned business development and sales professional with a focus on strategic relationship building and client relationship management.

Ashley is a master at building trust, influencing others and managing conflicts. She is highly energetic, creative and an effective leader. Her passion to motivate others toward their full potential is evident, both personally and professionally. In her spare time, she serves as vice-chair for Gateway Community Services’ Board of Directors, she also serves as the senior co-president of Douglas Anderson School of the Arts Theatre Boosters, on the Scholarship Selection Committee for the Scheidel Foundation, as an At-Large Board Member for the Jax Chamber Health Council and in an advisory role for Rethreaded.

Ashley graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of North Florida, majoring in communications with a concentration in public relations and minoring in community leadership. Her favorite college memories were created serving as a member of Sigma Alpha Lambda, a National Leadership and Honors Organization. Ashley is a mother, community servant, coffee drinker and lover of God. She enjoys traveling, photography, spending time with family & friends.