Hello! I'm Jen Hope
A leadership coach based in Greater Seattle serving clients nationwide
Jennifer Hope Kellum has always been driven by growth—first in business, now in people. For more than a decade, she led marketing teams in fast-moving tech and media companies, building new disciplines and driving major growth milestones. At Trover, her work as VP of Marketing helped fuel the company’s acquisition by Expedia in 2016.
Along the way, she saw the same truth repeated: strategy matters, but people determine whether organizations thrive. That insight led her to leadership coaching. Since 2013, Jennifer has partnered with leaders across tech, real estate, and nonprofits to help them lead with clarity, confidence, and impact.
Her coaching blends business strategy with neuroscience-backed methods and candid feedback—warm but grounded in accountability. Clients describe real change: more confidence, faster recovery from setbacks, stronger influence, and sharper leadership day to day.
Beyond her coaching practice, Jennifer applies her leadership to community work—leading fundraising efforts and advancing equity programs in local schools, reflecting her belief that growth and inclusion start close to home.
Based in Issaquah, WA, she spends her free time outdoors with her family, her two dogs, and Emily, the family tortoise.
I’ve also been a featured speaker on:
In my continuing education, I’ve been certified in:
I have a BS in Marketing from the WP Carey School of Business at Arizona State University.
More Resources
The Modern Manager | Seattle Leadership Coach | Emotions at Work
How to Navigate Emotions In The Workplace All kinds of feelings make their way into our daily work experience. The challenge is that they can quickly cause us and our teams to get off track when they're negative or really strong. In this episode of The Modern...
Interview: Communicate for Good | Self Care | Leadership
Jen’s journey into the marketing world began in college, but her story takes an unexpected turn. At a young age, Jen experienced anxiety and depression and felt the stress of navigating a world where mental health wasn't openly discussed. Her experiences of being...
Maximizing Leadership Potential: Exploring the Leadership Circle Profile 360®
Effective leadership is crucial in today's dynamic world. From seasoned professionals to emerging talents, the ability to lead, inspire, and empower others sets effective and impactful leaders apart. Leadership tools that transcend traditional style assessments are...