5 Prominent CEOs to Watch in 2024

“My leadership roles across prestigious organizations highlight the importance of leading with integrity.” Jennifer McShane Bary , CEO of JMB Project Management

Jennifer McShane Bary is a respected project management expert known for leveraging technology to enhance operations. She is a strategic entrepreneur with a focus on innovation, digital strategy, and team motivation.

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Jennifer McShane Bary, CEO of JMB Project Management, Recognized among ‘5 Prominent CEOs to Watch in 2024’.

Prominent CEOs are known for their innovation, energetic strategies, and leadership of organizations towards success. They are characterized by visionary passion, dedication, and the art of inspiring teams to achieve extraordinary results. One such leader for JMB Project Management is Jennifer McShane Bary, CEO and Founder of JMB Project Management.

Jennifer McShane Bary is a respected project management expert known for leveraging technology to enhance operations. She is a strategic entrepreneur with a focus on innovation, digital strategy, and team motivation.

In Conversation with Jennifer McShane Bary:

Q. What motivated you to start JMB Project Management?

My experiences across various industries and geographies highlighted the need for a more tailored approach to project management. I founded JMB Project Management to provide clients with tailored solutions that meet their unique needs across different industries.

Q.  Share the story behind your brand or personal brand. What inspired its creation?

Inspiration and Vision

The inception of my personal brand was not a moment but a journey, born out of my career and life challenges and opportunities I have encountered across continents, industries, and roles. From London and Australia to Saudi Arabia, each chapter has added depth and dimension to my professional identity.

Core Pillars

My brand is anchored in three core pillars: Innovation, Leadership, and Impact. Innovation, because I've always been driven by the potential of technology to redefine the status quo, whether it was orchestrating the digital transformation of healthcare systems in Australia or leading the ICT redevelopment of The O2 in London. Leadership, because I believe in the power of visionary leadership to inspire teams, drive change, and achieve the extraordinary. Impact, because my goal has always been to leave a lasting, positive imprint on the organizations I've been part of and the people I've worked with.

Milestones and Achievements

Significant milestones, such as the successful delivery of Australia’s first fully digital public hospital and the opening of The O2 with integrated IT systems, are not just career highlights but pivotal moments that underscore my commitment to transforming visions into reality.

The Drive for Creation

The creation of my brand was propelled by a desire to embody and communicate these values and achievements. It's about setting a benchmark for excellence in technology and leadership, and serving as a beacon for innovation, guiding organizations towards their zenith in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

Q. What core values and principles guide your brand's actions and decisions?

Given the history of my career and the establishment of my company, JMB Project Management, the core values and principles that guide my brand can be distilled from the milestones, roles, and achievements I’ve created over the years. These values not only reflect my personal ethos but also serve as the foundation upon which JMB Project Management is built, guiding its actions and decisions:

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

My work in leveraging technology to spearhead the digital transformation across various sectors underscores a deep-rooted commitment to innovation. At JMB Project Management, this translates into a relentless pursuit of innovative solutions and methodologies that drive project efficiency, effectiveness, and excellence.

Leadership with Care and Integrity

My leadership roles across prestigious organizations highlight the importance of leading with integrity. JMB Project Management embodies this principle by fostering a culture of honesty, transparency, and ethical decision-making. It's about being accountable for our actions and decisions, ensuring they align with our commitment to deliver value to our clients and stakeholders. It’s also about caring for those who work with JMB and myself.

Strategic Vision

The varied and strategic roles that I have undertaken, from Director of Infrastructure at eHealth NSW Australia to my senior leadership position at NEOM, demonstrates a clear, forward-thinking vision. JMB Project Management is guided by my strategic perspective, focusing on long-term outcomes and the bigger picture.

Excellence in Service Delivery

From leading high-performing teams at NEOM to implementing state-of-the-art systems at The O2, delivering exceptional service has always been at the forefront of my deliveries. JMB Project Management is committed to excellence in every facet of its service delivery.

Adaptability and Resilience

The global nature of my career, including the move to Saudi Arabia and then Dubai, shows an exceptional level of adaptability and resilience. JMB Project Management mirrors this value by remaining flexible in the face of change and challenges, viewing them as opportunities for growth and learning.

Impact and Social Responsibility

Finally, my work in sectors that directly impact the well-being of communities, such as healthcare, underlines a commitment to making a positive impact to the community in the UAE. JMB Project Management is guided by a principle of social responsibility, aiming to contribute positively to the communities and environments in which it operates.

These core values and principles not only guide the internal workings of JMB Project Management but also shape its interactions with clients, partners, and the broader community. 

Q. How do you differentiate yourself in the market or industry?

I differentiate myself in the market through a unique combination of global experience, specialized expertise in digital transformation, and a leadership style that’s both visionary and transformative. My career spans continents, equipping me with an unmatched cultural agility and a global perspective that allows me to lead teams to manage and lead projects with a sensitivity and understanding that’s rare.

My proven track record in leading significant digital transformations, particularly in the healthcare sector, showcases my ability to help my teams to leverage technology to drive change and deliver substantial improvements.

Jennifer McShane Bary: CEO, JMB Project Management

With many years of experience as a senior executive, Jennifer McShane-Bary has a deep understanding of operational enhancement requirements. She has contributed to various boards in complex Government statutory entities. Her leadership skills in different sectors have helped her balance commercial public policy objectives in capital constrained environments.

Her leadership has been proven through achievements such as supporting the successful opening of London and German event venues, delivering Australia's first fully Digital Hospital, and leading the development of private hospitals.

“At JMB Project Management, our team of experts provides tailored project management solutions to a diverse range of industries, backed by a commitment to exceptional service.”

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