ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Jenny Schee (pronounced “she”). My family and friends would tell you I’m fun-loving, larger than life, kind, generous, compassionate, and just the right amount of silly. I like to think of myself as a jack-of-all-trades — I’ve dabbled in plenty of hobbies and passions, and when I set my heart on something, I manifest it with grit, energy, and purpose. Life is way too short to live the same day twice, so I’m always seeking new experiences.

 

I’m a proud Chinese-American woman, born and raised in the U.S. as the youngest of four to middle-class immigrant parents. My family came here chasing freedom and the “American dream,” and with that came challenges. My parents worked long, grueling hours at our Chinese restaurant, while my grandmother helped raise me and my siblings. From a young age, I carried responsibilities beyond my years — translating for my parents, navigating Western systems, and figuring things out on my own.

 

Those early experiences instilled in me a work ethic rooted in resilience, determination, and independence. My parents’ sacrifices became my fuel — every milestone I’ve reached, every barrier I’ve broken, is my way of honoring the life they fought so hard to give us. I faced discrimination and rejection along the way, but giving up was never an option. Those challenges shaped me into the strong, resourceful woman I am today.

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CAREER

My career wasn’t a straight line — it was built on trial, error, and persistence. After graduating from DePaul with a degree in Business Administration and a minor in Marketing, I didn’t have all the answers, but I knew I needed a path that challenged me and played to my strengths. That’s when I found my love for project management. Organizing, leading, solving problems, and bringing order to chaos — I was hooked.

 

At DePaul, one class lit the spark for advertising. My professor, Dr. Kuehl, challenged me to aim higher and even called out Leo Burnett by name. That stuck with me. Despite facing rejection after rejection, I refused to give up. The day I finally landed a role at Leo Burnett, I thought, “I did it — I made it.”

 

Most of my career has been spent there, working with some of the most talented, brilliant people in the industry. It’s where I honed my reputation for “always gettin’ sh*t done,” where I learned the power of collaboration, and where I cemented my love for building processes that help teams thrive.

 

As a project management leader, I bring curiosity, collaboration, and clarity into every room. I thrive on big, complex campaigns just as much as I do on finding small efficiencies that make day-to-day work smoother. I’ve led cross-channel advertising projects from strategy through execution — everything from content gathering to social media strategy, budgets, resourcing, and client management. I’ve also become a go-to mentor and trainer, helping onboard teammates and empowering others with the tools they need to succeed.

 

At the core, I believe in working with organizations that embrace change, welcome new ideas, and prioritize both people and progress. That’s where I do my best work — leading with optimism, grit, and just enough sparkle to keep things fun.