Jennifer is a respected leader known for visionary thinking and her ability to influence others through strong relationships, direct communication, and results-oriented leadership. Her engineering background, combined with advanced business education, provides a solid foundation for executing in complex environments by focusing on the big picture, process, and people—driving sustainable growth and helping individuals reach their full potential.

 

She serves on the board of Haviland Enterprises, chairs the Visiting Committee at the Weatherhead School of Management, and is a 2023 graduate of Leadership Cleveland. She also actively contributes to civic initiatives such as Collaborate Cleveland and the Cleveland Food Bank. She and her husband, Mark, enjoy staying active, giving back to the community, and spending time with their growing family. They are the proud parents of two sons—one a graduate of Northwestern University and the other from the University of Alabama—and are thrilled to now have a lovely daughter-in-law and a future daughter-in-law joining the family. Jennifer also enjoys leading a book club and living a healthy, active lifestyle that promotes personal and professional growth. She is especially grateful for the encouragement of her father, who supported her educational journey from the start, and for the unwavering support of her husband and family, which has enabled her continued learning and career growth.

 

As a first-in-family college attendee, Jennifer found the Purdue community to be incredibly supportive and formative. She proudly reflects on her time at Purdue as a defining foundation for her leadership journey—instilling in her the values of critical thinking, integrity, and lifelong learning. She is especially grateful for the encouragement and guidance of Professor Shimon Nof and Nancy Friedersdorf from the Office of the Dean of Women, whose mentorship played a meaningful role in shaping her academic and leadership path.