A Bold New Era for Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas and Jennifer Bartkowski

Stepping into the frostiest stretch of the Dallas winter, Deconstructing Dallas hosts Ryan Trimble and Shawn Williams kick off the episode in style—Ryan sporting an SMU beanie from Young Kings Clothing and Shawn wrapped in a vintage Texas A&M bomber jacket. After swapping stories about surprise snow flurries and icy roads, they sit down with Jennifer Bartkowski, the dynamic CEO of Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas. A lifelong Girl Scout herself, Jennifer shares her inspiring journey from selling cookies as a young girl to leading the organization into a bold new era. She highlights the innovative STEM initiatives at the state-of-the-art STEM Center and the exhilarating outdoor adventure camps that empower girls to dream big. Jennifer also delves into the transformative power of the Girl Scout Cookie program, which not only funds troop activities but cultivates entrepreneurial skills that shape confident leaders. As she outlines the organization's strategic vision to remain a premier destination for young women’s leadership, Jennifer passionately highlights the importance of single-gender spaces where girls can truly thrive. To wrap up, Ryan and Shawn debate their favorite Girl Scout cookies and also break down SMU’s first year in the ACC and Texas A&M’s strong basketball season.Tune in to discover how you can get involved—whether by volunteering, donating, or indulging in those irresistible cookies—and make a lasting impact on the lives of girls across Northeast Texas. Connect: gsnetx.org Interview begins 7:20

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This episode is 33:21 long.

This episode was published on Feb 26, 2025.

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