About Beverly Jurenko, MBA, ACC
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Professional. Direct. Qualified.
I am an executive and leadership coach based in Asheville NC and the founder of Beverly Jurenko Coaching. What I love most about what I do is seeing growth and transformation in the leaders I coach. When my clients see what has been holding them back, and move forward with clarity and authenticity, I know I've done my job well. I bring broad international experience in the corporate and non-profit sectors, plus decades of engagement in the startup sector at the executive level, to my work as a coach. I am certified as a coach by the International Coaching Federation, and trained as a coach by the Academy for Coaching Excellence.
In North Carolina, I serve as an Advisory Board Member for UNC-Asheville Business Department and a founding member of the National Speakers Association - Asheville. As an Advisory Committee member for the Asheville YMCA, I cultivate the concept that physical fitness and mental toughness are linked. I studied at Yale University (cum laude double major: BA Economics, Russian/East European Studies); and Harvard Business School (full-time MBA); and am certified in Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) by eCornell. As a mother, wife, and serial expat, I have first-hand experience with transitions, career-life balance, and multicultural challenges.
Career Background
I've had the privilege of working with multinational corporations in the energy and finance sectors across the US, Central and South America, Europe, and Russia. Among the notable companies are Anadarko Petroleum Corporation, Enron Corp., Prudential Investment Corporation, and BancBoston Capital, to name a few.
In a unique experience, I found myself as the only woman on a team of oil experts from Amoco, stationed in Siberia for extended periods. Our mission involved negotiating a production sharing agreement for a project with a recoverable 1 billion barrels of oil.
During my tenure as the head of the Buenos Aires office for BancBoston Capital, I served as a Vice President and junior partner in a private equity firm, overseeing investments exceeding $1 billion annually. Notably, I played a pivotal role in leading due diligence for a wind turbine acquisition in Germany while at Enron. In my role as a Director in Credit, I applied
Monte Carlo simulations to identify and price risks.
My international ventures also led me to Brussels and the Washington DC area, where I worked as a contractor for a Japanese startup focused on monetizing patented heat recycling technology.
Prior to establishing Inside Edge, I served as the Director of Diversity & Inclusion for Anadarko, reporting directly to the CEO and the Executive Committee. My journey has been diverse, spanning continents and industries, and each experience has contributed to my versatile skill set.
Speaking and Writing
I'm open to speaking engagements, workshops, and training sessions. Some notable events I've spoken at include the YMCA Western North Carolina, the Society of Petroleum Engineers, EDP Renewables, the Women's Global Leadership Conference, the National Diversity Council, the Energy Inclusion Council, and the Asheville Chamber of Commerce.
When moderating panels, I focus on fostering collaboration and building a sense of community among participants, enhancing the overall audience experience. Additionally, as an NC Idea Ice House Entrepreneurial Mindset Gold Level Facilitator, I lead courses on the entrepreneurial mindset.
My written work has been featured in various regional publications, including The Envoy Guide, WNC Business Magazine, and Carolina Spark Magazine.
Certifications
My Values
Inclusion
Commitment
Commitment
I believe that inclusion makes us happy, and that treating people fairly brings out the best in us. I am deeply committed to Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI), and am certified as a DEI practitioner. Working to build a world filled with inclusion so that everyone can shine is deeply important to me.
Commitment
Commitment
Commitment
I commit to high standards of excellence. I follow through in everything I do, going beyond expectations to provide outstanding quality and service. This is not a choice for me - it's how I'm built.
Courage
Commitment
Courage
Everyone has some degree of fear, but it is possible to move beyond it. I strive to consistently move forward towards my goals by taking courageous and authentic action.