ABOUT JERONDA

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Jeronda Marks, known as “Coach J,” is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, and presently resides in Forney, Texas. She is married to George Marks and is the proud mother of 4 beautiful daughters and nine wonderful grandchildren. Jeronda Marks received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science/Urban Regional Planning from Dillard University in New Orleans, Louisiana, and later pursued various degrees and Certifications in Business and Leadership Development, Coaching, Business Mentorship, and Belief Therapist. Jeronda Marks is currently pursuing her Master’s in Organizational Learning and Technology at East Texas A&M and will be graduating in Spring 2027. Jeronda Marks is a Global Transformational and Inspirational Speaker, Business and Life/Executive Coach.

Jeronda Marks is known as the “Triple Threat CEO & COACH” for her passion and extensive teaching, training, and coaching workshops and programs across these three (3) areas: Leadership, Business, and Ministry. Jeronda is a licensed minister and ordained Elder in the Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship and The Bridge in Frisco, TX. Jeronda Marks is a Certified Instructor in Biblical Studies. Jeronda Marks is the President/Founder of Jeronda Marks Ministries (Nonprofit Organization), CEO of URU Associates LLC (Business and Leadership Coaching and Consulting Firm), and CEO/Founder of Dream Pusher Academy (Nonprofit Youth Development Organization). She is a self-published Author of 7 books “Put Up or Shut Up Its Time to Make it Happen”, “Me Moments with the Master: 31 day Professional and Inspirational Devotions”, “Classy Comeback: How to be a Lady in a Ratchet Society”, “Birth the Book In You: Self-Publish Like A Pro”, “Your Gift Your Increase Business Start-Up Guide”, “Confidence Made Me Do It: 10 Secrets to Become Super Self-Confident In Life and Business & Workbook.”

Jeronda has over 30 years of experience in leadership and professional development training in corporate and faith-based sectors. Jeronda is extremely resourceful. She has various Coaching Programs to support the growth and development of Leaders, Entrepreneurs, and Administrative Professionals. Jeronda is intentional and extremely passionate about shifting mindsets, building confidence, destroying limiting beliefs, and helping magnify one's self-worth and the value of individuals destined for greatness and success in life, business, and ministry. She is on a mission to impact individuals' lives, one engagement at a time.

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Jeronda Marks, known as "Coach J," is a servant leader, international speaker, author of 7 books, and the "Triple Threat CEO" specializing in Leadership, Business, and Ministry. As an Ordained Elder, certified SCORE Dallas business mentor, and Belief Therapist with over 30 years of experience, Coach J has trained more than 15,000 leaders and coached over 800 business owners. She is the Founder and CEO of Dream Pusher Academy, Jeronda Marks Ministries, and URU Associates LLC. Coach J is dedicated to empowering leaders and entrepreneurs to overcome fear, recognize their worth, elevate their mindset, and confidently lead in both business and life.

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Jeronda Marks, aka "Coach J," is a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and servant leader on a mission to inspire influencers, entrepreneurs, and speakers to leap unapologetically into their purpose. Known as the "Triple Threat CEO," she leverages 30 years of expertise across Leadership, Business, and Ministry to help high-achievers level up and build thriving enterprises. An Ordained Elder, author of 7 books, and certified SCORE Dallas mentor, Jeronda is the founder of Dream Pusher Academy, Jeronda Marks Ministries, and URUnique Business Academy—home to signature intensives like My Exceptional Assets and Your Gift, Your Increase. To date, she has equipped over 15,000 leaders and coached more than 800 entrepreneurs to master their mindset and lead with unshakable confidence.