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Our Phoenix

Our Phoenix

The phoenix is a powerful symbol often associated with renewal, transformation, and resilience.

In the context of
She Who Soars,

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the phoenix represents the journey of women rising above challenges, adversity, and limitations to emerge stronger, wiser, and more empowered. 

Like the phoenix, women in the organization’s mentorship programs undergo personal growth, overcome obstacles, and experience transformation as they soar to new heights in their lives and careers. The symbol of the phoenix embodies the spirit of resilience, perseverance, and empowerment that She Who Soars aims to cultivate in women, inspiring them to rise above circumstances and thrive despite setbacks.

Our Phoenix

Symbolizes the resilience of women who triumph over obstacles, hardships, and constraints, emerging more empowered, insightful, and formidable.

Isabel Jenner-Hernandez

President & Founder

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Jodie Dowling

Board Member

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Dominique Bush

Board Member

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Jennifer Winget

Board Member

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Meghan Nauck

Board Member

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Sarina Casarez

Mentor

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Marisa Leon

Mentor

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Nicole Henson

Mentor

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Rising from the Ashes: The Phoenix of She Who Soars

The phoenix symbolizes strength, determination, and empowerment, which She Who Soars seeks to instill in all women, motivating them to overcome challenges and flourish. The narratives of self-improvement captured on video strike a chord, showcasing how the guidance and mentorship from She Who Soars can profoundly change lives.

Isabel's Story

Meghan's Story

Dominique's Story

Sarina's Story

Nicole's Story

Marissa's Story

Jennifer's Story

Jodie's Story

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Isabel Hernandez

Founder & President

Isabel Jenner Hernandez is the visionary founder and president of She Who Soars. A successful business owner with an MBA, Isabel has a distinguished background in Higher Education administration, having served at the University of Texas in Austin for several years.  She is married to her high school sweetheart and together they have three beautiful children. Her journey is marked by resilience and determination, as she has overcome significant personal challenges, including mental health battles, drug abuse, and multiple suicide attempts. 

Her personal struggles have fueled her passion for empowering other women to overcome their own obstacles and soar to new heights.  Her vision is to empower women by bringing them together, providing a space where they can share their own life stories without judgment and together support one another. She aims to facilitate personal growth and transformation akin to the resilience of a phoenix rising from the ashes. 

Through mentorship and support, Isabel seeks for women to embrace their strength, and soar to new heights in their lives. Her vision embodies the belief that every woman has the potential to rise above adversity and emerge stronger, wiser, and more empowered, embodying the spirit of the phoenix.  

Jodie Dowling

Board Member

Jodie Dowling, originally from Australia, is a resilient woman with a heart of gold. As a devoted wife and mother to her son, she also shares her home with three adoring cats. With a successful career as a property manager, she’s made her mark in the professional world.  

Jodie’s journey to the United States was a leap of faith fueled by love, and it led her to the most profound love she’s ever known: her husband. He showed her a love unlike anything she had experienced before, a love that transcended the scars of her past. With him, she found solace, security, and a sense of belonging she had long yearned for. Their love story is a testament to the transformative power of love and the healing it can bring to even the deepest wounds.

Jodie’s path has been marked by hardships, from enduring the trauma of child abuse to surviving domestic violence and grooming. Despite grappling with anxiety and depression, she refuses to be defined by her struggles. Instead, she chooses to embrace life with unwavering optimism, finding humor and silver linings even in the darkest of times. Her resilience and ability to maintain a positive outlook inspire those around her, demonstrating that even in the face of adversity, hope and laughter can prevail.

Jodie embodies the spirit of a phoenix as she rises above her past with grace and determination. Like a phoenix, she soars above adversity, using her experiences to fuel her journey toward empowerment and healing. Her resilience and ability to overcome challenges make her a shining example of strength and hope for others. Through her story, she encourages women to rise and soar, just like she has.

Dominique Bush

Senior Vice President

Dominique Bush is  a wife,  a mother to 4 amazing children that include a set of twins boys and two beautiful daughters, and most importantly a Woman of  Virtue. She is an ambitious woman who is always willing to take on a challenge.  She enjoys helping others reach life goals that appear to be unreachable. 

Dominique is naturally a leader and mentor in all aspects. The skills she acquired in life were developed at an early age.  She has always been the identified one in her family as different. Why you ask? Because she always wanted more than what was in front of her and knew she could have all the things that she desired. Growing up in poverty with a hard working, single mother she seen and suffered many things that many never imagined. She survived the struggles of mental health.  Despite the stigmas of society, the idea of having to be strong, and self doubt she persevered and walked out of the battlefield stronger than she entered. 

Despite the odds of life that have been against her, she never allowed it to stand in her way. She put God first and put one foot in front of the other. Dominique rose from ashes into HER Phoenix, adjusted her crown and now walks with the strength of knowing she can get through all things with Christ as her focal point.

Jennifer Winget

Board Member/Secretary

Jennifer Winget is the Secretary of She Who Soars, and one of the contributing inspirations behind the nonprofit. 

She is a military spouse of nearly 20 years and a Breast Cancer survivor, in remission now for almost 2 years. Being a military spouse is tough in its own right, being far from home and relocating year after year. So being diagnosed with breast cancer thousands of miles from friends and family was devastating.   It was a long road and one she continues to work on rebuilding but is finally healed and at peace in her journey.

Jennifer has always been someone who cares about people and will do anything to help them. She was a gestational surrogate for a family. She carried 5 baby girls, 2 sets of twins and 1 single baby all for the same family. 

Thinking long and hard about what she wanted to represent her journey, she came upon the Phoenix. Because just like the Phoenix, she rose from the ashes stronger and beat what was meant to break her.

Meghan Nauck

Board Member

Meghan Nauck is a dedicated mother of two, a savvy business owner overseeing two companies, and a determined individual pursuing her PhD. With expertise in behavioral analysis, she passionately mentors interns and provides consultancy services globally. Her multifaceted journey reflects a commitment to personal growth and professional excellence.

However, Meghan’s journey has been anything but easy.  She has overcome challenging circumstances, emerging as an abuse survivor and navigating the complexities of substance use disorder. Fueled by the unwavering support of family and friends, Meghan transformed her life. Now, she channels her strength into helping other women, providing the support that made her journey possible.

Indeed, Meghan’s journey stands as a beacon of hope, illuminating the path for others to persevere through life’s trials and emerge even stronger than before. Her resilience and determination serve as an inspiration, reminding us all that no matter the obstacles we face, there is always the potential for growth and renewal on the other side.

Sarina Casarez

Mentor

Sarina Casarez is a mother of four amazing children and a fiancé to a wonderful man. She has spent the last 7 years in the Multifamily industry climbing in rank from a Leasing Consultant to Regional Property Manager. 

Sarina is a domestic violence survivor, her journey demanded relentless perseverance until she found her freedom.  She was married by the age of 17, and had her first child at the age of 19. For the next five years, she silently suffered abuse and isolation, feeling inadequate and invisible.  Her isolation deepened as she sought to conceal her fear of making mistakes and facing repercussions afterward.  However, her life took a turn when she encountered a supportive group of empowered women who helped her reclaim her voice and freedom. Sarina will always cherish the impact these women had on her, empowering her to break free from her past and embrace her independence.

Now, Sarina dedicates herself to empowering women, guiding them to discover their voices and reclaim their power. Through her own journey of healing and empowerment, she offers support, understanding, and inspiration, serving as a beacon of hope for those seeking to break free from oppression and find their inner strength.

Marisa Leon

Mentor

Marisa is an accomplished project management professional in the banking industry. She is a devoted wife and mother who finds profound joy in helping everyone she meets.

Marisa’s journey has been marked by significant challenges. As a teenager, she dropped out of high school and faced homelessness, eating disorders, and drug addiction. These struggles continued into her young adulthood, leading to an abusive marriage, involvement in drug dealing, mental health disorders, and multiple incarcerations. However, her final stay in county jail became a turning point, leading her to find faith and begin her path to recovery.

Determined to transform her life, Marisa left her abusive husband, sought therapy, and returned to college. She graduated in the top 10% of her class with nearly a full scholarship to St. Edward’s University, with Christ at the center of her life, she now enjoys a successful career as a project manager and a fulfilling family life with her husband and children.

Marisa’s goal in working with She Who Soars is to offer support and encouragement to those facing similar struggles, helping them find their way to stability and hope.

Nicole Henson

Mentor

Nicole Henson is a mother of three beautiful daughters, Army wife, and a successful business owner who is passionate about helping people have a healthier lifestyle. 

Nicole’s journey started early on as she became a mother at the young age of 14, although most people considered that to be her ending it was what propelled her to strive for a better life. Married by 16, and although a blessing in many aspects, it was a journey on its own of self discovery and learning her self worth. She was divorced at 27 after suffering through many challenges to include domestic violence.  However, she was determined to prove to herself she could succeed on her own and become an inspiration to others.  

Nicole’s journey is a testament to the power of resilience, determination, and self-discovery. From her early experiences as a young mother to her journey as an Army wife and successful business owner, she has exemplified strength and perseverance. Nicole’s passion for helping others embrace their full potential and discover their self-worth is truly inspiring. Her story reminds us that no matter the challenges we face, we have the ability to create a better life for ourselves and positively impact those around us.