Thompson Coburn partner Jennifer Ecklund was recently honored with a Profiles in Leadership Award during the 58th Annual Women's Symposium held on March 1, 2023, at Southern Methodist University (SMU). The Women's Symposium has been a platform for women's social and political leadership education since 1966, and the Profiles in Leadership Award recognizes the contributions of women to the advancement of their communities and society.
Jenny, who earned her law degree from SMU's Dedman School of Law magna cum laude in 2004, has been a trailblazer for women in the legal field. Her leadership and dedication to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace have been instrumental in advancing women's rights and opportunities. Jenny is also an active participant in the local community, serving on the board of several nonprofit organizations and volunteering her time and expertise to various causes.
The Profiles in Leadership Award is a testament to Jenny's dedication to advancing the rights and opportunities of women. Along with Jenny, other recipients of the Profiles in Leadership Awards include Dr. Chrisette Dharma, Medical Director at Southwest Family Medicine Associates; Dr. Koshi Dhingra, Founder and CEO of talkSTEM; and Erikka Flood-Moultrie, Founder and Principal of ConnectThree.
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