Jennifer Billings is the founder of Origami Marketing, a virtual marketing consultancy firm that helps small businesses and nonprofits unfold their potential with smart strategy and creative campaigns.

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With more than 15 years of leadership experience in marketing, Jennifer has guided organizations across education, fintech, and nonprofits. She built her career at DePaul University, the City of Chicago, and the American Marketing Association, before serving as Director of Marketing at the Center for REALTOR® Development (CRD), a subsidiary of the National Association of REALTORS®.

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At CRD, Jennifer led the marketing for 11 national designations and certifications, managed multimillion-dollar budgets, and delivered award-winning campaigns. Her work earned multiple national honors, including MarCom Gold and MUSE Gold/Silver Awards for branding and website excellence.

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Today, through Origami Marketing, Jennifer brings that same expertise to small businesses and nonprofits that need big-impact marketing without the overhead of an in-house team. She excels at helping clients clarify their brand, connect with the right audience, and translate their vision into measurable growth.

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Education & Credentials:
BS in Marketing, DePaul University
MBA in Marketing Management, DePaul University