Today we’d like to introduce you to Elesha Jacobs.
Hi Elesha, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
I fell in love with technology and computers at the age of 11 years and my passion for learning how the computer works were the driving force behind my success as a corporate IT professional. I left high school with the sole intention to acquire as many certifications in the technology field, and I did so passionately.
Shortly after high school, I attended college to complete my Diploma in Computer Science studies which afforded me the opportunity to land my first job at a computer school. I taught hundreds of students the foundational level of computing, accounting professionals in computerized accounting software, and prepared students to become certified computer and networking technicians. During this time, I was studying and acquiring my CompTIA and Microsoft certifications.
Years later, I landed my dream job of building and managing an ICT infrastructure and that journey was difficult because I was advancing in an industry dominated by men. Many of my male counterparts would tease me and even some tried to discourage me from progressing into the networking field.
During these years, I acquired hands-on experience in business management and qualifications but every position I held was in a managerial post and at that time I did not realize I was preparing to manage my own business one day.
Over the years, those I’ve worked with told me to start a side hustle leveraging my skills but I was not interested, and in 2019 everything changed when I dislocated my knee in the gym, and in the process of healing, I realized that staying in corporate was not for me and I had to make a change and Innovategy Solutions® was birthed.
Innovategy Solutions® was founded in 2019 to help businesses leverage the power of technology through strategic planning and IT infrastructure building.
We provide IT strategies and consulting for businesses that need to operate in the online space by leveraging systems and automation. Our unique approach to implementing technology into businesses comes from my years of corporate expertise and unique gift of strategic planning that aligns with a company’s goal.
Our mission is to harness the power of technology to build sustainable businesses in the marketplace. Our vision is to impact, empower, and digitally transform businesses into thriving corporations with technology at its core.
Coming into full-time entrepreneurship was a leap of faith and I thank God every day for giving me the discipline, vision, and ability to serve other businesses with my unique gifts, skills, and talent.
It’s always a challenge as a black woman in the technology industry and I made up my mind at the age of 18 that I have a love for technology and I deserve to be in this industry despite what my male counterparts said or did.
Technology comes naturally to me and in any difficult situation from corporate or entrepreneurship, this passion helps me easily overcome obstacles.
There are so many lessons I am learning and the one thing I had to learn early is that not everyone will support your vision.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It’s always a challenge as a black woman in the technology industry and I made up my mind at the age of 18 that I have a love for technology and I deserve to be in this industry despite what my male counterparts said or did. Technology comes naturally to me and in any difficult situation from corporate or entrepreneurship, this passion helps me overcome obstacles with ease.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Innovategy Solutions® is a technology consulting company with more than 10 years of experience helping businesses align their IT capabilities with their business goals.
We specialize in creating and implementing corporate-level IT strategies, policies, and systems that help our clients stay competitive in the marketplace. Whether you’re a small business looking to expand or an entrepreneur seeking guidance on how to build your first IT department, we can help.
With Innovategy Solutions by your side, you can confidently achieve your business goals through growth and expansion.
Our mission is to harness the power of technology to build sustainable businesses in the marketplace.
Our vision is to impact, empower, and digitally transform businesses into thriving corporations with technology at its core.
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I have extensive expertise and skillset in various vertical avenues in the Information Technology industry.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.innovategysolutions.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eleshajacobsofficial
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eleshajacobsofficial
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJBr0LKQur1kp2JwY6DNLGQ
Image Credits
Pics & Prints (Charlotte, North Carolina)
