Innovation for Celebration

When Jordan Ferris ’04 came to Chatham Hall, she was already building the curiosity and confidence that would guide her through a career marked by resilience, reinvention, and bold entrepreneurship. Today, that spirit shines through in her work as Co-Owner of EverWrap, Part Owner of Educational Outfitters of Boise, MBA candidate at Boise State University, and an active leader in the Junior League of Boise.

Every day looks different for Jordan. One day she’s filling EverWrap orders or hosting a pop-up event; the next, she’s meeting with vendors, working on business strategy, or preparing for an international trip with her MBA program. This fall, she’ll travel to Vietnam to explore sustainable manufacturing options for EverWrap, a business that combines creativity and eco-consciousness by offering reusable gift wrap.

“[I love] the freedom to create and grow something that reflects my values—sustainability, innovation, and community,” Jordan says. “Every sale makes someone’s celebration more special while also cutting down on waste.”

Of course, there are challenges. “The hardest part is balancing risk and uncertainty. Entrepreneurship requires you to live with a lot of unknowns—but that’s also what makes it exciting.”

Jordan’s path to this point has been anything but linear. After studying Biology and Chemistry at the University of Texas at Austin, she spent six years teaching high school, raising three children, and leading moms’ groups and Junior League initiatives. A move to a new city and life changes inspired her to bet on herself: she invested in a company, returned to school for her MBA, and acquired EverWrap. “It’s never too late to start something new,” she reflects. “The skills you build in one part of life often translate in surprising ways to another.”

Looking back, Jordan credits Chatham Hall with giving her the confidence to pursue big goals. “Chatham Hall taught me to be curious, confident, and unafraid to go after big goals. I still rely on sisterhood and the incredible women I meet through organizations like the Junior League, and I make a point to surround myself with people who are smarter, brighter, more creative, and different from me. Their perspectives push me to grow and see possibilities I might never have imagined.”

Her advice for today’s students? “Don’t be afraid to take the leap, even if the path isn’t clear. You don’t have to have it all figured out. Every step will teach you something, and even failures are signs of progress. Even a failed business is a step toward greater success! Start small, test your ideas, and surround yourself with people who encourage and challenge you. Find a mentor, someone you respect, to sit down with regularly, whether monthly or quarterly, to guide and push you. And remember: your voice matters. The world needs women who are willing to innovate, take risks, and lead. Let your passions fuel your successes!”

From the classrooms of Chatham Hall to the entrepreneurial landscape of Boise, Jordan Ferris ’04 is proving that courage, creativity, and community can turn even the most unexpected paths into opportunities for growth and success.

Follow Jordan’s work at @everwrapshop on Instagram and Facebook.