In this vulnerable and empowering episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Kristie Clayton sits down with longtime friend and founder of Authentic Brand, Jennifer Zick, to explore the real stories behind leadership, loss, and launching something new.

Jennifer opens up about how Authentic Brand was born—80% out of anger and 20% out of love—after being pushed out of a toxic culture and realizing it was time to create a seat, a team, and a company culture that honored people first. Together, she and Kristie dive into the power of women setting their own tables, the importance of operating from a place of abundance, and the grace that comes from letting go of bitterness and moving forward with boldness and clarity.

They also reflect on the reality of being a woman in male-dominated rooms, what it means to lead with integrity, and how Jennifer’s faith, family, and lived experiences shaped the mission of Authentic Brand: to help growing companies stop the “random acts of marketing” and scale with confidence.

Whether you’re navigating a personal transition or a professional leap, this conversation is a testament to the strength it takes to feel it all, own your story, and keep moving—one brave step at a time.