Empowering Growth Through Connection
- Equity
- Mentorship
- Connection
Meet the CEO
Janaya Hernandez is a dynamic healthcare leader, bestselling author, and mentor known for transforming professionals into purpose-driven leaders. A proud U.S. Army go veteran and former Sergeant, Janaya brings over two decades of experience across clinical care, operations, and executive leadership—blending strategy with heart.
Her leadership journey spans roles as both a nurse and healthcare administrator, where she has consistently led teams, built high-performing cultures, and driven results in complex systems. Janaya holds a Doctorate in Strategic Leadership and uses her expertise to coach emerging and established leaders on how to grow with confidence, clarity, and connection.
As the Founder and CEO of Power of Connection LLC, she has trained and mentored hundreds of professionals through her signature frameworks—the CORE Method (Cultivate, Open up, Reach out, Engage) and The ACE Method (Align, Connect, Elevate). Her books, The Power of Connection and From Connection to Growth, are widely used by professionals and organizations committed to developing bold, authentic leadership.
Janaya is a sought-after speaker for leadership retreats, executive workshops, and mentorship programs. Her ability to blend real-world experience with relatable storytelling makes her a powerful voice in healthcare leadership and beyond.
When she’s not mentoring the next generation of changemakers, Janaya is a proud wife and mother of four, embodying the balance she teaches. Her work continues to inspire professionals to lead from where they are—because connection isn’t just a strategy, it’s a credential.






"Real power doesn’t come from standing alone
it comes from standing with the right people."
Janaya's Leadership Library
Books Written by Janaya
A Mentee’s Guide to Networking Mastery
From Connections to Growth