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Meet The Leadership

Delivering Strategic Solutions

At J&M Strategic Consulting, we have a wealth of experience working with State Government clients. Our clients value our ability to relate and understand their unique challenges. Our experience has given us invaluable expertise that we bring to every project and ensures our clients get the best possible results.

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Jake Herrera, Co-Founder

Marquilla Chedester, Co-Founder

Jake has over 20 years of experience with Health Information Systems and 7 years of experience in the Health and Human Services enterprise.  He has implemented multiple Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and has assisted with establishing seven Project Management Offices (PMOs) that spanned across program areas within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.   Jake has a proven track record of helping businesses identify trends and areas of opportunity, and his passion for delivering customized solutions is what sets him apart. He will work with you every step of the way to ensure that your organization reaches its full potential. Clients value his ability to provide customized consulting services, while promoting industry best practices to ensure success. 

Marquilla has over 15  years of experience in the Health and Human Services industry.   She had the overarching responsibility for establishing seven Project Management Offices (PMOs) that spanned across multiple program areas within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Marquilla has led several organizations through strategic planning and has experience in leading operational strategy.  She is passionate about developing effective business solutions for Information Technology (IT) transformations. Clients value her extensive experience working with state government agencies, where she has helped produce significant improvements in performance, cost savings and efficiency. 

Marquilla also served in the United States Air Force. 

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