Woman of the Week ~ Lynette Justice

Here at Executive Elements, we like to feature fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients, some are friends, some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting women who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Name: Lynette Justice

My Current Job/Company: Aggressively seeking a new opportunity!

My Work: I’ve spent most of my career as an investment professional. My background includes everything from trading fixed income securities on a trading desk, managing a local county’s $1B Investment Portfolio to assisting non-profits develop and execute personalized investment strategies.

My Passion: I’m a nurturer at heart. I enjoy taking care of people. Medicine was my first love and although I didn’t become a doctor, I’ve always had an interest in medical science.

My Family: Kevin (Law and Order Husband) and Brittny (Successful Adult Daughter)

My Hero or Heroes: My father. Regardless of the “perceived” emergency, he is always calm and grounded. At 90 years old he is at peace with himself.

My Escape: A relaxing evening at home with my husband….great food and a glass of wine.

Pet Peeve: People that don’t say what they mean.

My Indulgence: An extra dry cappuccino with a double shot of espresso.

My Roots: Simple. I had a wonderful childhood, two loving parents, a sister and a brother. I have very fond memories of growing up in Columbus, Ohio.

My Future: The pandemic has taught me to be cautious in my optimism. I am excited about the prospect of finding a new role that will allow me to utilize my excellent interpersonal skills and/or securities industry background. My interpersonal skills and sales experience would be transferable to a non-profit role tasked with building external strategic relationships. My investment background would prove invaluable to many roles within the securities industry.

My Favorite Quote: Everything Happens For A Reason

My Accessory: I’m a minimalist. A clean face, colorful lipstick and a welcoming disposition.

My Advice to Young Women: Don’t listen to the negative “noise”. At the infancy of your career, be willing to take risks!

How I Balance it All: I’m a list hog. I have to write everything down. It gives me a great sense of accomplishment when I’m able to cross a task off my list because it has been completed.