About Jenn
Jenn is responsible for the modernization and overall financial management and operating efficiency of ABA and its related entities, including budgeting and financial reporting, compliance matters, human resources, IT management, and long-range strategic planning. Jenn also oversees the membership services and recruitment teams.
Prior to joining ABA, Jenn served as the Vice President for Finance and Operations at the National Asphalt Pavement Association and the Vice President for Finance, Operations, and Membership at the Private Equity Growth Capital Council, where she helped build a start-up association into a mature and respected organization over her eight years. Jenn's entrance into association management began at Business Roundtable where she served in a senior administrative role.
Jenn’s career began in performing arts management with artistic planning and operations roles at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. Jenn has a Master of Public Policy, with a concentration in Regional Economic Development, from George Mason University (Arlington, Va.) in addition to a Bachelor of Music from Northwestern University (Evanston, Ill.).
Jenn's Expertise, Roles, and Responsibilities
- Finance and Operations
- Strategic Planning
- Budget Creation and Cash Flow Monitoring
- Legal and Contracts
- Human Resources
- Auditing and Compliance
- Membership Recruitment Initiatives
- Member Retention and Engagement
- IBIE Legal and Finance
- IBIE Strategic Planning
Favorite Baked Good
Chocolate chip cookie
ABA Boilerplate
The American Bakers Association (ABA) is the largest, most established, and diverse trade association for the commercial baking industry in the United States. ABA’s community includes more than 300 member companies representing over 1,200 commercial baking facilities and the extensive industry supply chain.
Since 1897, ABA has served as the voice of the baking industry, offering compelling advocacy, insightful thought leadership, and comprehensive research on industry trends. ABA members also benefit from extensive business services including premier networking events, impactful knowledge sharing, and effective workforce development programs and training resources. ABA is committed to enhancing its mission by growing the category and promoting the industry as the destination workplace.