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The Power of EQ – Episode 26

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In this episode of EmpowHer, hosts Nicole Graham and Tanya Dempsey welcome Jennifer Ho, Commissioner of Minnesota Housing and a lifelong champion for housing justice. Jennifer shares her unexpected journey from philosophy student to national housing leader, and the lessons she’s learned along the way about resilience, empathy, and showing up fully as yourself.

They discuss:

  • How an unplanned career path led her to redefine housing policy
  • Why there’s no “right next move” — only your next move
  • Learning leadership lessons (sometimes from bad bosses)
  • The power of authenticity in balancing work and life
  • Emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and bringing your whole self to leadership

Jennifer’s story is a powerful reminder that leadership isn’t about having a perfect plan — it’s about being present, self-aware, and bold enough to grow in every chapter.

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CSG Advisors Incorporated is a national, full service, independent financial advisor that assists public finance clients in the design, financing and implementation of affordable housing, urban redevelopment and economic development initiatives. Over the past 20 years, CSG has advised on more housing bonds than any other municipal advisor, as reported by Thompson Reuters. CSG Advisors is entirely employee-owned and independent. Employee owners include minorities and women.

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