Influential Woman · Learning, Talent and Development (HR/L&D)
Jaimie Terry
Founder / CEO, Sublimify LLC
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Her Story
About Jaimie
Jaimie Terry’s career has been shaped by a continuing interest in one question: What helps people grow and put what they learn into practice?
She began her career in education as a teacher, where she developed a strong foundation in learning, curriculum, and the importance of meeting people where they are. Over time, her work expanded beyond the classroom into adult learning, talent development, organizational development, human resources, technology, and workplace systems.
That evolution eventually led Jaimie to found Sublimify LLC, where she focuses on helping organizations build capability through learning experiences and systems that are practical, accessible, and connected to the realities of work. She also serves as Director of People & Systems at The Nuu Moon LLC, supporting the people, processes, and systems that help an organization grow thoughtfully.
Throughout her career, Jaimie has remained a learner herself. Her professional development has taken her into business management, human resources, talent development, emerging technology, AI, Python, and data science. Rather than viewing those areas as separate disciplines, she is interested in how they can work together to help people make better decisions, build confidence, and navigate increasingly complex workplaces.
Jaimie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from Antioch University and has completed graduate-level studies in International Baccalaureate Teaching and Learning at Bethel University. She also holds the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credentials.
For Jaimie, the work has never been about reaching a point where there is nothing left to learn. It is about continuing to develop, applying what she learns with intention, and creating environments where other people have the opportunity to do the same.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Jaimie
01What do you attribute your success to?
My faith has been an important foundation throughout my life. I’m a Christian, and there have been difficult seasons when my faith gave me the strength and perspective to keep moving forward, even when I couldn’t see exactly where the path was leading. I also come from a family of strong and motivated women. My mom and my sisters have been important examples for me, not only in what they have accomplished, but in how they approach challenges. I think much of my journey has been shaped by those two things: having something that keeps me grounded and having women around me who remind me what is possible.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Do the hardest thing first.
I’ve learned that when I take on something difficult and make it through, I have more confidence going into the next challenge. It doesn’t mean the next thing will be easy, but I know I can do hard things because I’ve already done them before.
That advice has helped me become more willing to challenge myself instead of waiting until I feel completely ready.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Imposter syndrome is part of the journey. It is something that you will experience every time you challenge yourself. But it's part of the process, it's not a determining factor for anything. Developing is a part of achievement and it is achievement as well.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the challenges I see is the pressure to do everything at once. There are so many possible directions, tools, platforms, and opportunities that it can feel safer to pursue several things simultaneously. The thinking is often that if you do enough things, surely one of them will work.
I’ve found that the opposite can happen. Spreading your attention across too many priorities can make it harder to do the focused work that meaningful progress requires. One of the most important disciplines, especially in a crowded field, is being clear about the need you are trying to address and staying focused long enough to understand it well.
At the same time, I see tremendous opportunity for women. Women are building communities, mentoring one another, sharing resources, creating businesses, and opening doors in ways that make growth feel increasingly collaborative rather than solitary. There are more ways than ever to learn from one another and create opportunities together. The challenge is not necessarily finding more possibilities. It is deciding which possibilities deserve your attention.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Integrity and empathy.
I think integrity helps you stay grounded in doing what is right, while empathy helps you understand the people who may be affected by your decisions. You need both. If I can approach a situation with integrity while also taking the time to understand the people involved, more often than not, I believe I’m going to make the right decision.
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