Hi, I’m Jess — founder of Purposeful Travel Co., mom of three, Ohio native, travel advisor, and lifelong believer that travel should mean something
I created Purposeful Travel Co. because I believe travel should do more than check a box or fill a week on your calendar. It should reconnect you — to yourself, to your people, and to the world around you.
For years, I worked in medical sales and real estate, balancing career, family, and volunteer leadership as the director of a bulldog rescue. Somewhere in the middle of that, I realized that planning travel wasn’t just something I loved — it was something that grounded me. I became the go-to planner for friends, family, and eventually, clients who wanted more than “just a trip.” They wanted meaning, balance, and ease.
That’s what Purposeful Travel Co. is all about.
I design travel experiences that fit real lives — for families who need flexibility, couples craving connection, and groups that want to make memories without the stress. Whether it’s an Alaska cruise, a Caribbean all-inclusive, or a multi-stop European adventure, my goal is simple: to make travel effortless, meaningful, and unforgettable.
Because purposeful travel isn’t about doing more — it’s about doing what matters most.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed planning your next trip or wished someone could handle the logistics with care, welcome — you’re in the right place.
This space will be where I share travel inspiration, destination highlights, planning tips, and stories from my own adventures (and misadventures). My hope is that each post helps you dream a little bigger — and travel a little smarter.
So here’s to travel with intention. To moments that stick. And to journeys that feel as good as they look on Instagram.
Welcome to Purposeful Travel Co. — let’s plan something meaningful.
— Jess
Founder & Travel Advisor
Purposeful Travel Co.
