About Jennifer Russell, CEO and President

With more than 20 years experience, Jennifer Russell drives good governance practices, from developing corporate social responsibility programs, to driving regulatory compliance and strategic execution.

Ms. Russell has consulted and worked for many high-tech multinationals including Vodafone, Thomson, Genentech, Nikon, and eBay, helping them improve efficiency and creating strong governance.

Unlike consultants who work from an academic or human resources perspective, Jennifer combines her experience in technology infrastructure, corporate governance, organizational development, and change management with a background in all facets of business — from marketing and sales to accounting and IT.

Working seamlessly throughout the organization to assess challenges and risks, develop practical solutions, and provide implementation guidance, she helps companies reach greater control at lower cost.

Profiled by Ziff-Davis Media in 2006 as a "Great Mind in Development," Jennifer speaks frequently on governance, risk, and strategy. As a board member of the Project Management Institute (PMI SFBAC) and the Association for Strategic Planning (Northern California), she brings thought leadership and skilled management to any project.

Jennifer holds a BS in Business Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. She is a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP).

You can subscribe to her blog at tharpo.com.

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