{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Zebras to Apples","title":"The Logistics of Project Management with Jen Borno","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/4c65d586\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2447,"description":"\nOn this episode of Zebras to Apples, host Bryndis Whitson is joined by Jen Borno, an experienced project manager whose career spans forecasting, IT systems, software development, corporate services, and supply chain logistics. Jen shares how she navigated industries by bringing a problem-solving mindset to every role, whether through optimizing contracts, launching disability systems, or leading cross-functional teams.\nThis episode includes plenty of fascinating behind-the-scenes stories from high-stakes projects, such as negotiating international contracts and bridging gaps between siloed departments. Jen explains why project management is really about identifying needs, managing change, and keeping the bigger picture in focus, especially during implementation and integration. She also shares tips for new project managers and reflects on the personal values that guide her leadership style.\nAbout Jen Borno\nJennifer Borno is a seasoned project management professional known for her versatility. With a background that includes roles in major oil and gas corporations, IT consulting, and supply chain leadership, Jen specializes in turning complex problems into coordinated plans. She’s passionate about problem-solving, people-centered leadership, and driving success through strategic alignment. Jen is also deeply committed to authenticity, creativity, and lifelong learning: values that she brings to every team and project she leads.\nResources discussed in this episode:Microsoft Project – Timeline and Task Management SoftwareSAP Business Suite – Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) SystemADP Workforce Now – Payroll and HR Software for Enterprise IntegrationMBTI® (Myers-Briggs Type Indicator) – Personality Profiling for Team and Leadership InsightSteve Jobs’ “Connecting the Dots” – Stanford Commencement Speech (2005)\n\n—\nContact Bryndis Whitson: Website: ZebrasToApples.com Instagram: @ZebrasToApplesLinkedIn: Zebras to Apples\n\nContact Jen Borno: LinkedIn: Jen Borno","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/vuwKvq0KPd6j2k3FFuXiVvO-IHWadgbisBm-Q84bZLo/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mMGY2/MmQ1YjU4M2UxYzNm/YjkzZjBiZWEyNzdi/OTE0My5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}