Genia Stevens

Executive Director, Rock County Jumpstart; Rock County Board Supervisor, District 13

Genia Stevens is a prominent figure in community development and entrepreneurship, currently serving as the President of The Lotus Project, Inc. She is also the founder and Executive Director of Rock County Jumpstart, an organization dedicated to supporting Black and Latino business owners in Rock County, Wisconsin.

Background and Education

Education: Genia holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Cardinal Stritch University and a Bachelor's degree from Beloit College.
Professional Experience:
- Rock County Jumpstart: Since April 2019, she has led initiatives to eliminate barriers for minority entrepreneurs, focusing on systemic change and community engagement.
- Rock County Board Supervisor: Appointed in March 2021 and re-elected in April 2022, she represents District 13.
- Belwah Media: She was the Owner & Managing Partner from 1999 to 2022, and also worked as a Strategic Design Consultant for Belwah Strategy.

Achievements

Genia has received several accolades for her contributions to the community:

Named one of Wisconsin's Most Influential Black Leaders in 2020.
Awarded the YWCA Woman of Distinction in 2021.
Recognized with the Beloit NAACP Community Service Award in November 2023.

Skills and Focus Areas

Her work emphasizes:

Fundraising and donor engagement.
Strategic planning and organizational development.
Building partnerships across business, government, and non-profit sectors.

Genia Stevens is noted for her commitment to fostering economic opportunities for underrepresented communities through innovative programs and leadership initiatives.