Woman of the Week – Shadia Jallaq

Here at Executive Elements, we like to introduce you to 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 people who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Name:
Shadia Jallaq

My Current Job/Company:
Assistant Events Manager, John Glenn College of Public Affairs

My Birthday:
November 24

My Work:
The motto of the Glenn College is to inspire citizenship and develop leadership and I wholeheartedly work towards that goal.

My Passion:
Helping others to realize their potential and leaving my corner of the world a little better than I found it.

My Family:
I’m one of 9 and my husband is one of 10! We have four lovely children.

My Hero or Heroes:
Any woman who boldly speaks her mind.

My Escape:
A good book.

My Pet Peeve:
People who have no opinions.

My Indulgence:
Traveling and window shopping at Tiffany’s.

My Roots:
American/Palestinian family that is unbelievably large and loud and amazing.

My Future:
So bright, I have to wear shades.

My Favorite Quote:
“To be neutral in a situation of injustice is to have chosen sides already. It is to support the status quo.” Desmond Tutu

My Accessory:
Colorful, beautiful and unexpected.