How We Came Together
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, three local business owners found themselves connected by a series of synchronistic events—and a shared sense of responsibility to do something more. We were each asking the same question: What would it look like if leaders, businesses, and grassroots organizations in our region truly came together to co-create high-impact solutions?
We all live here because we love this place—its rivers, forests, and people. And we all care deeply about the environment and the resilience of our community. So we thought: if four people from different sectors could come together and speak with one voice, imagine what might be possible.
That spark ignited Blueprint for Impact—a collaborative initiative rooted in the belief that connection, creativity, and strategic action can drive large-scale transformation and generate lasting solutions for decades to come.
Core Team
Blueprint for Impact is a women-led nonprofit founded by three seasoned leaders with complementary expertise in storytelling, brand strategy, organizational development, fundraising, wealth management, and community engagement. United by a shared commitment to driving meaningful change, they bring strategic insight, deep networks, and a collaborative approach to advancing high-impact work.
Jennifer Germaine
Director of Finance
Jennifer Germaine is a visionary strategist with over 15 years of experience in corporate law and legal strategy, where she has helped steward organizational growth and manage hundred-million-dollar funds. Now based in Asheville, NC, she brings her expertise to the "for-impact" space—designing regenerative funding models that direct capital into the hands of those building a thriving future.
As Director of Wealth at Blueprint for Impact, Jennifer is focused on reimagining financial systems and resource flows to support community resilience, environmental regeneration, and economic equity. She brings a deep love for structure, strategy, and impact, while also embracing her role as a storyteller helping to illuminate the path forward.
Founder of Voices of Impact
Briana Pond
Director of Media and Marketing
Briana Pond is a multidisciplinary creative and systems strategist with over a decade of experience in regenerative design, visual storytelling, and impact-focused project leadership. With a background in permaculture, filmmaking, fine arts, and holistic land management, she brings a unique blend of beauty, function, and systems thinking to every project. As co-founder of MsPearl Productions and Blueprint for Impact, Briana leads creative direction, media strategy, and cross-sector collaboration to amplify stories and solutions that drive meaningful change.
Co-founder of MsPearl Productions
Keresey Pearl
Director of Development
Keresey Pearl is a seasoned filmmaker, producer, and impact strategist with over two decades of experience in both fundraising and visual storytelling. With a background in directing, cinematography, and producing for mission-driven organizations, Keresey has helped bring countless creative and philanthropic projects to life across the country.
As Director of Development at Blueprint for Impact, Keresey leverages her unique blend of media and fundraising expertise to empower voices, amplify social change, and build strong bridges between visionary work and the resources that bring it to life. Her commitment to integrity, clarity, and meaningful connection is at the heart of every story she helps shape
Co-founder of MsPearl Productions
