TEMPO Madison

Jennifer Garrett, Deputy Secretary, Dept of Safety & Professional Services, invites TEMPO Madison to attend the
Making Mistakes and Moving On: Lessons Learned from Embracing Failure

Hosted by Wisconsin Women in Government

For his fireside chat, veteran leaders (including TEMPO members Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and Jennifer Garrett) will share their stories about lessons learned from mistakes and how to move forward with humility and intention. Join the conversation to reflect on your own lessons-than-perfect journey and learn how leaders confront mistakes and learn from these experiences.

Join us! Making Mistakes and Moving On: Lessons Learned from Embracing Failure

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 | 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in Madison | Register today! https://conta.cc/3Qg9CKo

🚨 Panelist Highlight Alert!
Learn more about one of our special guests, Jennifer Garrett!

🏆 Jennifer Garrett was appointed Deputy Secretary of DSPS in January 2025 after serving more than two years as the department's Assistant Deputy Secretary. Before that, she served as director of public affairs. Jennifer joined the department in July 2019 as communications director. She serves as the chief of staff for the Secretary, managing external affairs for DSPS including media, legislative, and external stakeholders. Additionally, Jennifer serves as the department liaison with the governor's staff and other agencies. Garrett is an Indiana native. She has a bachelor's degree in communications and English from Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. She also earned her J.D. from the Indiana University School of Law in Bloomington, Indiana. Jennifer is also a former Board member for WWIG. Stay tuned for highlights on our other panelists!

📆 Wednesday, July 15, 4PM - 6PM (event program will begin at 4:30PM) followed by optional social at Concerts on the Square
📍 Michael Best Strategies, 1 S. Pinckney St. Unit 700, Madison WI
✅ $15 registration fee includes beverages and appetizers

Great article about TEMPO Madison member Samantha Rubin!

Samantha Rubin: Team Player | BRAVA Magazine In 2024, the Northwoods League named Samantha Rubin both Softball Executive and Baseball Executive of the Year, and awarded the Night Mares Softball Organization of the Year.