Jesse Rhodes Jr.

About

Jesse Rhodes Jr. is one of Seattle's most sought-after professional speakers, the author of Leadership Unlocked: Harness the Power of Ambition, and a Cultural Architect who has spent 25+ years reshaping how organizations think about leadership, identity, and belonging. He's coached 500+ professionals into leadership roles, spoken on stages across the country, and built a body of work that spans corporate keynotes, DEI strategy, and community institution-building. He also owns Poco Wine + Spirits on Capitol Hill — one of Seattle's premier Black-owned wine bars — and chairs the After-School All-Stars Puget Sound board.

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Vantage Type

Warmth, empathy, and relational attunement.

How To

How to Connect With Jesse Rhodes Jr.

A step-by-step guide to reaching Jesse — Speaker, Author & Cultural Architect at Poco Wine + Spirits — through the Vantage Network.

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   Understand what Jesse does

   Read Jesse's profile to understand their work, expertise, and industry focus.

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   Confirm a mutual fit

   Check whether your goals or your network align with who Jesse works with best.

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   Prepare a warm opener

   Draft a short note that names a specific reason for the outreach — a shared contact, a relevant project, or a clear ask. Busy operators respond to specific, warm context.

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   Reach out through Vantage

   Send a direct message from Jesse's Vantage profile, or request a warm introduction from a mutual connection in the network.

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