Meet Jill

Jill Donovan is a successful entrepreneur, author and sought-after speaker. Through her podcast, “Real Life” blog and live talks/events, Jill combines practical wisdom, humor and hard-earned lessons to help others pursue their passions and fulfill their God-given purpose…even in the midst of life’s setbacks.

Inspiring a movement

Jill started her professional life as a practicing attorney and adjunct law professor at the University of Tulsa School of Law. Then her creativity and obsession with cuff bracelets and gift-giving led her in a new, unexpected direction: as the founder of a company called Rustic Cuff. In the years that followed, Jill inspired a nationwide movement based on the idea of purchasing and spontaneously “regifting” meaningful cuffs to others. Today, the Rustic Cuff community includes 100+ employees, multiple showroom locations, a huge, loyal fan base of “regifters,” national media recognition, and a culture that celebrates joyful generosity.

Passionate and purposeful

Jill is also the author of “The Kindness Effect: Experience the Power of Irrational Giving,” the founder of Legal Graffiti, and a lifelong student/creator. She challenged herself long ago to master a new hobby every year, whether it’s learning a new language, tap dancing, ice skating, or simply setting a goal that seems unreachable. Every step of the way, her commitment to being passionate and purposeful has enabled her to turn unexpected setbacks into exciting new beginnings.

Family first

Jill was born in Baltimore, Maryland, and raised in Pensacola, Florida. She graduated from Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma (where she also met her husband, Terry), and from the University of Tulsa College of Law. She is a proud mom to daughters Ireland and August, AKA Peanut.