A native of Louisiana, with strong family ties to Mississippi, Jena relocated to the Mississippi Gulf Coast to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the "Secret Coast". After earning her M.A. degree in General Counseling she furthered her career by completing her requirements to be a Licensed Professional Counselor and later gained her certification to be a Supervisor. For over 20 years she worked in the Health Care Field as a Manager, Therapist and as a Business Development Professional. She is also an alumna of the Alpha Chi Chapter of Kappa Delta Sorority.

Commitment to community and professional service has been part of Jena's professional history. She has served as a Board member of many business and charitable associations. Jena's passion for residential design, desire to help others and her outgoing nature had her to pursue her Real Estate license. Now Jena can use her passion along with her professionalism and hard working skills to help others close those deals.