Danielle Hofer: How JCI Propelled My Professional Growth

I have been dedicated to supporting women entrepreneurs in BC through my work at WeBC. I achieved a long-term career goal by joining the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) as an Account Manager, where I help small businesses access financing solutions tailored to their growth.

What made this possible? JCI.

Five years ago, I applied to BDC but wasn’t selected. Over time, my leadership experience in JCI gave me the skills and confidence to stand out as a top candidate. JCI prepared me for success in ways I never imagined.

How JCI Transformed My Leadership & Personal Growth

JCI has shaped me into the leader I am today. Through this journey, I have: Mastered public speaking from competitions to keynote presentations, led diverse teams locally, nationally, and internationally. I’ve honed my strategic thinking making high-level decisions with confidence and built a global network forming lifelong connections with leaders worldwide.

To anyone considering joining JCI: Do it. Whether you want to grow as a leader, expand your network, or create meaningful change, JCI is an accelerator for both personal and professional success.

“My only regret in life is not joining JCI sooner.”

-Raina Lutz, Wellness Boutique Curator, Speaker

JCI Secretary 2025

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“It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”