Jenn Harper
Speaker, Indigenous Entrepreneur;
Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics Founder
About Jenn Harper
Indigenous speaker Jenn Harper is an award-winning entrepreneur, and the founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics INC.
A highly respected and popular conference speaker, Jenn Harper offers unique perspectives on social entrepreneurship, Indigenous advocacy, and resilience.
She has spoken at universities, corporate events, entrepreneurial, D.E.I. leadership conerences, and Indigenous organizations - inspiring audiences to embrace ethical as well as sustainable practices and champion empowerment through beauty.
Jenn Harper's Expertise
- Top Indigenous, Canadia Speaker
- Business Ethics & Values
- Business Leadership
- Business Growth
- Change Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Mental Health
- Motivational / Inspirational
- Resilience & Adversity
- Women In Business
Jenn Harper's Bio
Jenn Harper is considered a beacon of innovation in Beauty and Philanthropy. She is not just a name in the beauty industry; she's a revolution, Jenn Harper is the trailblazing founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics—a brand that has gracefully painted the ideals of sustainability and inclusion onto a global canvas. From its inception in 2015, Jenn has nurtured Cheekbone Beauty into a B. Corp Certified force, now gracing the shelves of Sephora Canada and 550 JC Penney locations across the USA.
Jenn Harper stands as more than a CEO; she is a voice for entrepreneurship, exerting influence on topics that are reshaping the business landscape: social entrepreneurship, empathy, representation, inclusivity, and sustainability. Regularly sought after for her insights, Jenn weaves her narrative as both a woman and a representative of North America's Indigenous peoples, substantiating the importance of these values in today's business ecosystem.
The accolades accruing to Jenn's name bear the weight of her achievements. In 2022, she was listed among the 100 Women of Influence by Entrepreneur Magazine—a list graced by the likes of Jennifer Lopez and Kim Kardashian. In 2023, Jenn was conferred an Honorary Doctorate degree from the Goodman School of Business at Brock University. This honorary degree recognized her unwavering dedication to community betterment and adamant endeavors in championing sustainability. In November of 2024, Jenn Harper was also named as one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women. +
Jenn's journey with Cheekbone began as a digitally native, direct-to-consumer brand that took pride in its commitment to reducing environmental impact and supporting Indigenous communities. Her formidable leadership made sure Cheekbone stood out not only for its stunning products but also for its ethical backbone—it became a symphony of transparency, philanthropy, and support for women and youth. To date, over $250,000 have been donated to philanthropic causes, testament to Cheekbone's core values.
Cheekbone's prestige has been hard-earned. In 2019, Jenn Harper made a confident appearance on Canada's Dragon's Den, the nation's equivalency of Shark Tank. While she turned down offers, her unwavering resolution steered Cheekbone towards exponential growth. Jenn's tactical negotiations led to expansive contracts with major retailers in North America, shining a beacon of inspiration for Indigenous women by placing an Indigenous CEO-led brand on equal footing with global industry giants.
In addition to Cheekbone’s mission, she strives to educate as many people as possible about the Residential School System and the effects it has had on her family and friends through decades of generational trauma. She speaks regularly to university, college and high school students about social entrepreneurship, empathy and the history of her First Nations family. She has also been invited to speak to various entrepreneur groups, women in business associations, Apple Canada and First Nations organizations. --
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Jenn Harper's Presentation Topics
Jenn Harper travels from Toronto, Ontario, Canada & provides keynote presentations, fireside chats and moderated Q&A on a variety of topics. Each presentation is unique, personlized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences and event formats.
Beauty With Purpose: Building A Brand That Creates Change +
This session explores how a mission-driven business can simultaneously succeed in a competitive market and create meaningful social impact. Drawing on the journey of building an Indigenous-owned cosmetics brand from concept to national recognition, it examines the integration of cultural values into modern product development. The discussion includes strategies for embedding sustainability and ethical practices into every stage of operations without compromising quality or growth potential.
Participants will learn practical approaches for aligning business models with advocacy goals, from engaging underrepresented communities to leveraging brand influence for education and social change. The session also addresses how purpose-driven leadership can navigate industry challenges while staying true to core values, fostering both economic success and positive societal impact. --
From Vision to Venture: Turning A Passion Into A Scalable Business +
This session examines the process of transforming an idea into a competitive and sustainable enterprise. It outlines the importance of research, product development, and understanding market gaps when launching a brand with a unique mission. Using real-world examples, it demonstrates how perseverance through personal and professional challenges can shape a company’s long-term success.
Attendees will gain insights into early-stage decision-making, building a values-based brand identity, and creating systems that support both financial performance and community impact. The content emphasizes the link between resilience, clear vision, and the ability to adapt in a fast-changing marketplace. --
Representation in the Beauty Industry: Expanding Inclusion Through Authentic Brand Leadership +
This session addresses the ongoing need for diversity in beauty and personal care, highlighting the role of Indigenous-owned businesses in shaping industry narratives. It examines how authentic leadership can challenge stereotypes, broaden representation, and create space for underrepresented voices in product development and marketing.
Participants will learn strategies for building inclusive brand cultures, partnering with community organizations, and using business platforms to foster systemic change. The session also covers the impact of representation on consumer trust, loyalty, and market reach. --
Sustainable By Design: Embedding Environmental Responsibility Into Product Innovation +
This session explores how sustainable practices can be embedded into the core of product design and manufacturing. It covers approaches to reducing environmental impact through material selection, ethical sourcing, and waste-conscious packaging without sacrificing performance or consumer appeal.
Attendees will leave with actionable insights into balancing sustainability goals with commercial realities, including how to communicate environmental commitments authentically to build credibility and consumer trust. The discussion also touches on the broader role of environmentally responsible businesses in influencing industry standards. --
Using Business to Empower Communities: Leveraging Enterprise for Education and Social Equity +
This session focuses on how entrepreneurship can be used as a tool for advancing educational access and social equity in Indigenous communities. It explores the role of corporate giving, community partnerships, and targeted funding initiatives in creating measurable impact.
Participants will learn frameworks for designing programs that address systemic barriers, sustain long-term community relationships, and align social investments with business objectives. The session emphasizes how aligning profit with purpose can amplify both brand influence and community well-being. --
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jenn Harper
Why book Jenn Harper as a speaker for a conference or corporate event? +
Jenn Harper is an accalimed entrepreneur, authentic keynote speaker and changemaker shaping a more inclusive and conscientious beauty industry. Her work uplifts Indigenous voices, advances sustainability, and inspires others to pursue business with purpose — impacting communities across Canada and beyond. --
What does Jenn Harper speak about? +
Jenn Harper presents keynotes on Indigenous leadership, resilience, storytelling, entrepreneurship, diversity and inclusion, youth empowerment, and mental health. Each presentation brings both personal insights and inspiration for organizations and businesses. --
Is Jenn Harper a good fit for leadership, sales, marketing, entrepreneurship, employee well-being & mental health conferences? +
Yes. Jenn Harper is widely regarded as an outstanding keynote speaker in Canada. Audiences and clients praise her engaging storytelling, authenticity, and ability to connect personal experience with professional and community development.
In additional, Jenn Harper is considered a subject matter expert (SME) on the topics she speaks on. With years of professional experience and in addressing a wide range of industries, and, as a Canadian and USA keynote speaker for conferences, conventions, corporate events, corporate retreats and AGMs, her talks help foster the expected outcomes and the organizational goals.
Clients choose corporate keynote speakers in Canada based on reputation, experience, oratorical skills, credibility, content, relevance, and practical application as well as budget. This process allows for informed booking decisions. --
Does Jenn Harper offer a keynote or workshop format? +
At this time Jenn Harper offers keynote presentations, fireside chats and moderated Q&A for conferences, AGMs, sales meetings, entrepreneurial events and corporate training. --
How much does it cost to book Jenn Harper as a keynote speaker in Canada? +
Jenn Haprer's keynote speaker fees depend on event type, audience size, format, and location. The cost to book a keynote speaker in Canada varies depending on research and preparation, as well as topic customization and personalzation for the target audience. There is a fee range link on most speaker pages on our website. Corporate keynote speakers in Canada represented by K&M Productions Speakers & Shows confirm fees through our agency by written agreement. Final pricing reflects agreed-upon detals and execution of the contract terms. --
Is Jenn Harper represented by a speaker's bureau in Canada and how is the contract handled? +
Jenn Harper is directly represented by K&M Productions Speakers & Shows Canada who coordinate bookings and handle the contract-agreement with the client. Keynote speakers in Canada often work through a bureau to take care of their contracts and payments while they look after the creative and content aspects of their topics and presentations. Bureau representation ensures consistent communication between the client and the speaker as well as an "insurance policy" for your conference in the unlikely occurrance of speaker illness or cancellation. --.
How do I contact Jenn Harper to check her date availability and begin the booking process for events in Canada? +
Jenn Harper is contacted through K&M Productions Speakers & Shows to confirm her speaking schedule, availabilities, fees and event details. Event planners and meeting planners typically schedule a pre-event call to clarify format, objectives, and expectations. The tranparent booking process starts once the event requirements are sorted and confirmed via written confirmation. The contract-agreement is then issued on behalf of the speaker. to clarify format, objectives, and expectations. The booking process begins once the event requirements are sorted .Written confirmation follows contract-agreement execution. --
What Clients are Saying About Jenn Harper
I couldn’t of asked for a better, down to earth, humble, honest and real speaker for this group of delegates to kick off this conference. She emotionally impacted the attendees with her story and left everyone inspired. She stayed and networked with us till after lunch ensuring that she spoke to as many people as she could. Her story is one that needs to be told. I would highly recommend Jenn Harper to any group. She is something special and will be a superstar soon enough.
–NLOWE (Newfoundland Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs) (Booked by K&M Productions)
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I couldn’t of asked for a better, down to earth, humble, honest and real speaker for this group of delegates to kick off this conference. She emotionally impacted the attendees with her story and left everyone inspired. She stayed and networked with us till after lunch ensuring that she spoke to as many people as she could. Her story is one that needs to be told. I would highly recommend Jenn Harper to any group. She is something special and will be a superstar soon enough.
–NLOWE (Newfoundland Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs) (Booked by K&M Productions)
Jenn was fantastic. Her message was touching, personal and honest. She was wonderfully professional and prepared. I heard many good things from our delegates afterwards.
–Polytechnics Canada (Event booked by K&M Productions)
Jenn, I just wanted to extend my sincere appreciation, thanks, and gratitude – Not only for your time to be with us yesterday at the "She Owns It" 2023 Women’s Entrepreneurship Conference Northumberland, but your awe-inspiring, genuine, informative, motivational session. Your raw emotion mixed with humour and grace, left the audience wanting more. The feedback we have already received has been the best ever we have received from a speaking session we have held. Thank you for making my vision yesterday come to life, it is because of your talent, your story, and your success, you made the event a success for us.
–Business & Entrepreneurship Centre Northumberland - Northumberland County Economic Development (booked by K&M Productions)
Jenn was a great addition to our conference. She added a diverse story to inspire our audience.
–CHFA (Canadian Health Food Association) (Booked by K&M Productions)