The rhythm of impact has always pulsed through Jomar Jenkins’ career. From classrooms to boardrooms, every move he has made has been orchestrated with one goal in mind—elevating education with purpose. Now chief executive officer of Big Blue Marble Academy (BBMA), Jenkins carries the weight of this mission not as a burden, but as a beat that drives him forward.
His journey to the top wasn’t traditional, and neither is the way he leads. Jenkins’ ascent came through an unwavering belief in the transformative power of early childhood education. Where others saw metrics, he saw moments. Where others focused on logistics, he listened to laughter in classrooms and found strategy in storytelling. That lens became his advantage—turning student needs and family dynamics into data points that informed bold decisions across the entire organization.
Over the last three years, Jenkins has steered BBMA through a growth trajectory rooted in both expansion and soul. He’s strengthened organizational frameworks while keeping humanity at the center. From launching enrichment programs that nurture global awareness to reinforcing staff development systems that emphasize emotional intelligence, every initiative reflects his holistic approach. Even as BBMA scaled operations across multiple states, Jenkins ensured that every child’s experience remained personal.
As a Titan 100 Honoree, Jenkins is celebrated not just for leading, but for changing the very nature of leadership in his field. He approaches vision-building as a collaborative process, leveraging partnerships with educators, families and policymakers alike. Under his direction, the organization has earned recognition for innovation, achieved consistent revenue gains and created impactful career pathways for its employees. But these accomplishments, while meaningful, are not what define him.
Jenkins measures success by how deeply BBMA’s values are felt in everyday interactions. A warm drop-off at the door, a teacher supported to pursue advanced training, a child discovering confidence in a new language—these are the moments that matter most to him. They represent the lived outcomes of policies, culture and intentional investment in people.
What keeps Jenkins motivated is not simply a passion for education—it’s a sense of responsibility. He knows that every decision he makes shapes the future of children, families and communities across the nation. To reignite his drive, he surrounds himself with diverse thought leaders, reads extensively and finds time to reflect on the bigger picture. He is not afraid to evolve because he expects the same from those he leads.
In five years, Jenkins envisions BBMA not just growing in size but deepening its global impact. He aims to redefine early childhood education through the lens of empathy, cultural literacy and sustainability. It’s not about volume, he believes, but about resonance—how deeply the mission echoes in the lives it touches.
By blending business acumen with boundless compassion, Jenkins is reshaping the foundation of education leadership. He’s not just keeping pace with the future—he’s composing it.
