Jenna Ball

Why did you choose Daniels

When I started thinking about getting my MBA, I felt pretty overwhelmed. Daniels immediately stood out as a place that could help me navigate that journey with confidence. I was drawn to the idea of joining a close-knit cohort of students who would challenge me, push me to grow and achieve things I hadn’t thought possible. On top of that, as someone who’s passionate about the outdoors, I was thrilled to learn about the Leadership in Outdoor Recreation Industry (LORI) concentration, where I would have an opportunity to explore the outdoor industry while earning my MBA. It just felt like the perfect fit!

Previous Education

BFA with a concentration in graphic design from Colorado State University

Pre-Grad School Experience

Since graduating from Colorado State University in 2021, I’ve worked across the graphic design industry. I started as an illustration artist at Travel Posters, creating artwork for national parks, then later transitioned to freelance work with a small digital marketing agency. Today, I continue as their freelance creative director, leading design projects from branding to websites to social media.

Post Grad School Goal

After graduation, I hope to combine my experience as a graphic designer along with the skills I learn during my MBA to effectively lead marketing and creative teams. Ideally, I want to work for a company in the outdoor industry where I can combine my love of the outdoors with my passion for creativity and business!

Hobbies

Outside of school, I love skiing, hiking, spending time with my dog and getting creative with any kind of craft, whether it’s painting, crocheting or collaging!