Jina Etienne

Jina Etienne

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  • Authentic Leadership Development
  • Inclusive, Human-Centered Work Cultures
  • Emotional Intelligence for Leadership
  • Storytelling for Business and Organizational Leadership

Jina Etienne, CPA, CDE® (Certified Diversity Executive), is a coach, trainer, and facilitator specializing in inclusive leadership and belonging. She guides organizations in building intentional cultures where people are free to be themselves and empowered to create space for others to do the same. She helps teams foster a sense of belonging and connection, driving engagement, productivity, and performance through authenticity and collaboration. 


Jina’s programs focus on leadership development, conscious communication, cultural awareness, and inclusive leadership, with self-awareness and authenticity as the foundation for creating lasting impact. She brings a storyteller’s lens to her work, drawing from her experiences as a CPA, entrepreneur, business advisor, and C-Suite leader to deliver practical insights and real-world solutions that foster inclusivity in diverse organizations. 


Jina partners with organizations such as the Massachusetts Society of CPAs, Becker Professional Education, and the Business Learning Institute, where she develops and delivers impactful programs. In her spare time, she enjoys puzzles, chocolate, and a great cup of coffee. She’s a passionate Arsenal FC fan (#COYG), Peloton enthusiast (#FearlesslyMe), and Formula 1 aficionado. Jina lives in Silver Spring, Maryland, with her husband and Doug, their American bulldog.

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