Jennifer Berthelot-Jelovic
Jennifer Berthelot-Jelovic is Client Development Director at BranchPattern, where she draws on decades of global experience to help clients create regenerative, resilient, equitable, and healthy spaces for people and planet. With a deep commitment to intersectional environmentalism, Jennifer partners with organizations, communities, and leaders to understand their goals, navigate complex challenges, and deliver forward-thinking solutions that advance sustainability, wellness, and social impact.
Jennifer holds a Master’s in Applied Social Sciences with a concentration in Non-Profit Management from Case Western Reserve University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work with a Minor in Psychology from Ohio University. Her unique background combining social work, psychology, sustainability, and human-centered design equips her to advocate for special populations and integrate social impact into organizations and the built environment.
A LEED Fellow, LEED Faculty, LEED AP (BD+C, Homes), WELL Faculty, and WELL AP, Jennifer’s expertise spans over 5,000+ LEED and WELL projects globally. She helped pioneer the world’s first Net Positive/LEED Platinum aviation facility and has led award-winning projects such as permanent supportive housing for chronically homeless individuals. Prior to joining BranchPattern, Jennifer was the Founder and CEO of A SustainAble Production (ASAP), one of the first firms to achieve IWBI’s WELL EP designation and winner of the inaugural WELL EP of the Year award.
Jennifer’s leadership extends across numerous advisory roles with the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) and U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), as well as positions with Greenbuild, Urban Land Institute, and the Verdani Institute for the Built Environment (VIBE). She is a much sought-after speaker at major industry events, has been quoted in 100’s of publications, and was a co-founder and subject matter expert for the WELL Learning Library, advancing education and accessibility in the wellness space.
Her passion for service runs deep. As a team member and team leader with the nonprofit buildOn, Jennifer has led efforts to fund and build schools in Nepal, Malawi, Guatemala, and beyond — empowering girls and communities through access to education. Her lifelong volunteerism includes decades of work with underserved populations, advocacy for healthy schools, and leadership roles in local and national green building movements.
Honored with multiple leadership awards, including the Women in Sustainability Leadership Award (WSLA), Los Angeles Business Journal’s Women Making a Difference Rising Star Award, and IWBI’s inaugural WELL AP of the Year award, Jennifer is widely recognized for her influence, innovation, and commitment to creating a better world. Outside of her professional pursuits, Jennifer is a devoted mother of two and an advocate for human rights, environmental justice, and mentoring others.
