“I have the good fortune of being surrounded by more than 380 women executives who have become mentors, collaborators, confidants and trusted advisers,” says Dirks. “There truly isn’t a greater gig in Milwaukee.” Outside of TEMPO, Dirks remains active with Thrivent Financial, ACTS Housing, PEARLS for Teen Girls and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Milwaukee as either a board chair or chair of committees and events. She’s also been a big sister with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Milwaukee for 16 years.
“Women need to use their voices for positive change. In my role I don’t take this responsibility lightly.” – Jen Dirks, President and CEO, TEMPO Milwaukee
Q&A with Jen Dirks
How are you a force within your community?
“It is a great responsibility to serve as the face and voice for TEMPO Milwaukee members on important issues related to women, business and the workplace. I’m proud of the work TEMPO Milwaukee has done, and continues to do, to change the narrative for executive women in our community.”
What is your life purpose?
“My volunteer work has always focused on empowering young women to achieve their dreams, and I’m fortunate to have landed a career that aligns so well with this passion. It is an honor to carry out the legacy of TEMPO Milwaukee’s founding members and strive for a society where women hold an equal place in leadership, policy and decision-making.”
