2024 ATHENA Lansing Celebration

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Join us for an inspiring afternoon at the ATHENA Lansing Celebration on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Lansing Center! We will celebrate Jane Mitchell, owner of Jungle Jane Promotions, as she receives the prestigious ATHENA Leadership Award. We'll shine a spotlight on Jacqueline Taylor, owner of Little Dreamers Daycare Center, as the distinguished 2025 ATHENA PowerLink recipient. Let's celebrate their remarkable achievements and contributions to our community together!

More About Jane Mitchell

Mitchell is a lifelong resident of the Lansing area, where she has been happily married to Ken for 43 years. Together, they have two grown children and four granddaughters. For 20 years, she worked as a hairstylist. However, when her children went off to school, she decided to transition into a career that allowed her to work more during the day, avoiding evenings and weekends. In 1994, she founded Cards 4 You, a follow-up card sending service.

By 1998, Mitchell began consulting with her clients on adding branded merchandise to their marketing efforts, which led to the opening of Tarzan Promotions. In 2011, she rebranded the company as Jungle Jane Promotions, and in 2012 was recognized as the ATHENA PowerLink recipient. Jungle Jane Promotions continues to grow  And today, she employs both her son and son-in-law in the business.

In 2014, Mitchell earned her Master of Advertising Specialties (MAS), completing over 200 hours of training. She is active in her community, serving on the Ele’s Place board, and is a member of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce as well as the Delta Waverly Rotary, where she has been involved for over 20 years.

She attributes her success to hard work and her genuine desire to help the people around her, as well as their businesses, succeed.

More About Jacqueline Taylor

Taylor is a passionate advocate for early childhood development and the proud founder of Little Dreamers Daycare Center. With a deep love for nurturing young learners, she creates a warm and enriching environment where children can thrive. At Little Dreamers, she emphasizes the importance of nutritious meals, knowing that a healthy diet fuels both body and mind. Jacqueline designs creative curricula that inspire curiosity and foster a love of learning, blending play with education to ensure that each child’s experience is joyful and engaging.

Collaboration is at the heart of Taylor’s approach. She actively seeks partnerships with local professionals, from nutritionists to educators, to provide comprehensive support for the families in her care. By building a strong community network, Taylor enhances the resources available to her children, helping them grow and flourish.