About
Our Success Story
Wishful Doing began as a bold vision brought to life by a team of one — our founder, determined to turn ideas into action and passion into impact. With a commitment to excellence and heart-centered leadership, what started as a solo venture quickly evolved into a dynamic, growing team.
Today, Wishful Doing partners with organizations across higher education, nonprofits, advocacy, and beyond, empowering clients to meet challenges head-on and drive transformational change. Our journey is proof that with vision, grit, and the right partners, small beginnings can lead to powerful outcomes.
Our Mission, Vision and Values
Mission
To empower individuals and organizations to unlock their full potential
Vision
A world where individuals and organizations fully embrace their innate magic and power, channeling it towards positive transformation and sustainable growth.
Values
Who We Serve
Wishful Doing LLC is dedicated to cultivating and building capacity of mission-driven individuals, organizations, and institutions seeking transformation, empowerment, and measurable growth. These audiences include higher education institutions, nonprofit organizations, corporate leaders, and executive professionals who value resilience, leadership, and impactful change.
About Dr. Ja’Bette Lozupone (she/her), Founder & Principal
Ja’Bette is an educator, writer, speaker, and creative who has helped countless people transform their personal and professional lives with her mentorship, coaching, programs, and talks. After transforming her life from a teen mother on government assistance to a successful college administrator and business owner, her accomplishments are a testament to the ability within us all to channel our innate power and unique gifts to realize our full potential.
She has shared her signature brand of real talk with everyone from youth to college students to educators to professionals. She has a knack for making sense out of chaos, making a way out of no way, and helping others do the same to achieve their personal and professional goals. Ja’Bette earned her doctorate in organizational leadership, master’s in business administration, and bachelor’s in communications from Hood College.
As challenging as the academic credentials were to earn, the real tough stuff was moving through bullying, self-doubt, internalized hatred, and pushing through the relentless adversity around–what felt like–every corner. She didn’t just want to survive. She wanted to thrive.
No matter how difficult the journey became, She never gave up. Along the way Ja’Bette learned that if she held steadfast to her dreams, believed in her power, and kept putting one foot in front of the other, she could manifest the vision she had for her life. She believes that if it can happen for her, it can happen for all of us.
Areas of Expertise:
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Capacity Building
- Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement
- Change Management
- Executive & Career Coaching
- Talent Development & Training
- Organizational Culture Assessment & Development
- Facilitation and Program Development
- Higher Education
Meet the Team!
Dr. Jamie Williams (they/them),
Vice President of Strategy & Operations
With nearly 20 years of experience as a practitioner-researcher and educator, Jamie has a passion for driving strategy, collaboration, and action to create social change and enhance equitable access to opportunities and resources needed to thrive. Growing up in a low-income, military family bouncing around from base to base, Jamie leverages their heightened agility, adaptability, and resourcefulness to tailor services to meet the unique needs of individuals and organizations engaging with Wishful Doing. As a first-generation college graduate, Jamie earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh, a Master of Education from Frostburg State University, and a Doctorate in Public Administration from West Chester University of Pennsylvania.
Areas of expertise:
- Operational Efficiency
- Capacity Building
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Impact Measurement & Reporting
- Resource Development & Management
- Facilitation & Program Design
- Nonprofit Administration
- P-20 Education
- Partnership Development & Collective Action
Elissa Hipolito-Magsalin (she/her), Business Analyst
Elissa is a dedicated visionary at Wishful Doing, bringing a unique perspective shaped by her personal journey as a first-generation college graduate and American citizen. As the eldest of eleven children, she navigated the complexities of systems not designed with her in mind, overcoming challenges and exceeding expectations at every turn. With a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Elissa continuously combines her academic knowledge in healthcare with her deep commitment to support the community. Her path required her to uncover resources, forge her own support network, and pave the way for others to follow. She intimately understands the struggles of navigating and challenging systems and has made it her mission to assist others in doing the same. At Wishful Doing, Elissa aligns core values of care with operational excellence, demonstrating how centering on compassion and empathy can create informed workflows, strong operations, and impactful change.
Areas of expertise:
- Operations
- Office Management
- Data Collection & Analysis
- Healthcare Industry
- Marketing
- Communications
Yoslin Amaya Hernandez (she/her), Program Manager
With a Bachelor of Art in Government and Politics and on her way to a Master of Public Policy, Yoslin is a dedicated policy and advocacy professional with experience in program management, legislative processes, and community engagement. Known for her commitment to amplifying the voices of historically marginalized communities, Yoslin focuses on helping people unlock their full potential through advocacy, student-parent support, and social justice. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she leverages her skills in public speaking and program development to empower others through trainings and targeted policy initiatives. Yoslin’s lived experience as a DREAMer and former teen mom fuels her work, as she continues to champion accessible and inclusive opportunities at Wishful Doings.
Areas of expertise:
- Policy
- Advocacy
- Higher Education
- Project Management
- Coalition Building
- Facilitation
