JBS International, established in 1985 [1], is a specialized consulting firm focused on health care, social services, and education solutions. Operating as a subsidiary of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina through the Celerian Group [1], the company delivers comprehensive services aimed at empowering individuals and communities while implementing sustainable systems changes.
- Jennifer Kasten, PhD - President
- Ruth Ann Speir, MS - Vice President of Quality and Performance [1]
- Determination and unwavering commitment
- Innovation beyond conventional boundaries
- Integrity and humility in leadership
- Passion for improving lives
- Operational agility
- Collaborative teamwork [1]
- Comprehensive DEI program integrated across all organizational levels
- DEI Advisory Council driving strategic initiatives
- Inclusive recruitment and hiring practices
- Equal opportunity employee development
- Supportive workplace culture [3]
- CMMIDEV/3 CMMI®V2 certification (Appraisal #57927, expires 2025-02-25)
- ISO 9001:2015 certification from Veryisys Registrars® [1]
- Strategic communications and implementation [2]
- Training and technical assistance delivery [3]
- Data collection, analysis and reporting [4]
- Program design and evaluation [5]
- Systems change management [6]
- GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Contract No. 47QRAA18D00AE
- AmeriCorps Evidence Building Consultants Contract No. 95332A22A00001
- NIH NHLBI Communications BPA Contract No. HHSN268201700009B
- SAMHSA IDIQ (Domains 1,2,4,5) Contract No. HHSS283201700019I
- HRSA Technical Assistance IDIQ across three cohorts [2]
- Hermes Creative Awards
- Viddy Awards
- Communicator Awards [1]
- Labor and Economic Equity [4]
- Sustainable Systems Change [5]
- Thriving Families [6]