Hey there, I’m Jessica Lathrop, the founder of Build The Script

The home of the Underdogs, the Builders & the Change Makers

I’ve always had a soft spot for the ones who dream big but feel stuck, the ones with fire in their gut but no clear path forward—the underdogs, the builders, the change makers. Maybe that’s because I’ve been one myself.

My journey didn’t follow a straight line. I grew up on a farm in upstate New York, where I learned the value of hard work (and the art of fixing just about anything with duct tape). My first job? Packing toilet paper in a factory right out of high school. It wasn’t glamorous, but it taught me grit. While others were following the traditional path—college, internships, corporate ladders—I was out there figuring it out on my own.

I didn’t go straight to college. I built my career first, taking an unconventional path that challenged every rule about “how success should look.” I worked my way up through healthcare administration, network operations, and business strategy. Right before stepping into my first leadership role, I went back and completed my Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Not because I thought it was the only way to succeed (I had already proved otherwise), but because I wanted to prove to myself that I could take on any challenge and own it.

Then life threw me a curveball. Losing my dad to pancreatic cancer was the moment that made me question everything. I realized that life isn’t meant to be lived on autopilot, checking off boxes on someone else’s roadmap. It’s meant to be created—on your terms. That’s when I shifted gears and built my own coaching & consulting business, aligning my work with the impact I actually wanted to make.

Why I Do This Work

I do this for the builders—the ones creating something bigger than themselves. I do it for the underdogs—the ones who have what it takes but just need someone in their corner reminding them they’re capable. And I do it for the change makers—the ones who refuse to accept the way things have always been and are ready to carve a new path.

But honestly? I also do this for the younger me—the one who was figuring it all out alone. I wish I had a coach back then. Someone to help navigate the hard choices, reframe failures, and remind me that the road less traveled is often the one worth taking. That’s why I love working with professionals, entrepreneurs, and young adults—because whether you’re launching your career, starting a business, or stepping into leadership, you deserve support.

My approach is a mix of strategy, real talk, and a whole lot of belief in you. I help people get unstuck, build strong foundations, and take action with confidence. Whether you’re chasing a new career, growing a business, or just trying to figure out what’s next, I’m here to help you navigate it.

This isn’t just coaching—it’s a partnership in building the life you actually want.

🔹 Let’s build your script—your way.