Client: JeNae Johnson, CEO of CTM Unlimited
Objective: Develop JeNae's personal brand as an influential thought leader and authority in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) for corporations.
The Challenge: While running her successful HR consulting firm CTM Unlimited, JeNae recognized the need to elevate her brand alongside the corporate brand.
As an influential voice in DEI, she required a distinct brand identity and messaging strategy to position herself as a preeminent expert, sought-after speaker, and change catalyst in her industry.
The Solution:
Brand Positioning & Archetype
Defined JeNae's brand mission to "equip genius, influential minority women to utilize their sphere of influence and create prosperity and success."
Established "The Creator" as her primary brand personality archetype, reflecting innovation, disruption, and a desire to shape new ideas that influence society.
"The Sage" was chosen as the influential secondary archetype, positioning JeNae as a truth-seeking expert guiding others toward authentic leadership.
Brand Voice & Personality
Developed JeNae's brand voice as transparent, bold, intellectual, and focused on changing the future through thought-provoking conversations.
Her brand heart embodied attributes like bravery, strategic thinking, passion, ambition, and a commitment to pushing boundaries for systemic change.
Target Audience Insights
Identified JeNae's core audiences as influential Black and Brown professional women in hiring/leadership roles (30-55 years old) and corporate leaders needing DEI training.
Profiled audience desires, fears, values, and personality alignment with "The Ruler" archetype's pursuit of authority and creating order from chaos.
Mapped the audience's buying journey, from awareness through loyalty, outlining offerings like webinars, conferences, speaking engagements, and VIP retreats.
Content Strategy & Channels
Provided a comprehensive content plan with guidelines for social media (LinkedIn, Instagram), blogging, email marketing, guest speaking, and collaborations.
Developed a targeted hashtag taxonomy and keyword strategy to optimize visibility and consistently reinforce JeNae's brand messaging across platforms.
Identified opportunities for press features, podcast interviews, and strategic partnerships to amplify JeNae's reach and authority.
The Results:
With a refreshed personal brand rooted in authenticity, boldness, and a commitment to catalyzing change, JeNae was able to effectively position herself as a leading voice in the DEI space. Her cohesive content strategy, coupled with strategic speaking engagements and media features, enabled her to build a highly engaged audience of influential professionals and corporate decision-makers on LinkedIN. JeNae's personal brand now commands attention and respect, opening doors to impactful consulting opportunities and allowing her to drive meaningful change within organizations.