Briana Jones
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From 1 Client to 10 Clients in 6 Months

Strategic Exceptions and Terrie Simmons have really been critical to me realizing that I am capable of long-term success as well as helping me to get started on a journey not only to build my business and grow but also to feel like I can become successful. I went from having 1 client to 6 clients in the span of 6 months.

Terrie Simmons

Terrie Simmons is an entrepreneur, civic leader, and the owner of Strategic Exceptions, a professional business consulting firm, innovative employee training and organizational development company focused on delivering exceptional service standards with quantitative results. Terrie is expertly experienced in non-profit management, leadership development and all phases of entrepreneurship How To’s. Terrie is also an adjunct professor teaching business courses at the graduate level.

How to Successfully Find a Mentor

By Terrie Simmons | September 17, 2020

Being a mentor is not necessarily about becoming a mentor. You see, I grew up and learned from the knowledge and wisdom of several mentors.…

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Kane County Sheriff’s Office Diversion Program

By Terrie Simmons | June 30, 2020

As you know, small business owners are the backbone of communities around the country. Your support of these businesses will help to fuel economic impact…

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Father’s Who Care, West Side Community Stakeholders, Talented Tenth Social Services, Aurora Interfaith Food Pantry

By Terrie Simmons | June 17, 2020

During the weekend of June 16, our Founders Terrie and Eric Simmons participated in several events across the Chicagoland area. The Lewis Simmons Foundation team…

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