12/19/2025
We are excited to officially welcome Jen Mendoza as the Executive Director of The Aura Foundation!!
Jen is a community leader, entrepreneur, and advocate with over 15 years of experience in community engagement, women’s leadership, business development, and program growth. Her passion for creating trauma-informed and inclusive spaces is rooted in lived experience and a deep commitment to helping individuals and communities thrive.
Jen is the Founder of InspiHer: Mind Body Business, formerly served as Co-Founder of LeadHER, and Co-Founder of Moms4Moms, NFP. She also serves as the Director of Holistic Events & Community Partnerships at Aura Holistic & Metaphysical Wellness and as Community Outreach Director for Women Entrepreneurs Secrets of Success.
Jen holds a Master’s in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Multicultural Studies from North Central College and a Bachelor’s in Anthropology and International Studies from Loyola University Chicago.
A Chicago native and longtime Aurora resident, Jen and her husband of 15 years are raising three beautiful children. She believes deeply in healing, service, and creating access to opportunity for all.
We are honored to have her lead The Aura Foundation as we continue expanding access to wellness, mental health, leadership, education, and empowerment throughout our communities.
Please join us in welcoming Jen!
www.theaurafoundation.org