A scientist by training, Jennifer’s career has focused on realizing the value and impact of scientific advances. She has worked in private, public, and nonprofit sectors to drive innovations across all life science sectors. In her current role at the MLSC, she develops and executes the state’s investment strategy for strengthening the life sciences industry and ecosystem in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. This includes direct investments in early stage companies, R&D infrastructure, and partnerships between companies and research institutions. Prior to joining the MLSC, Jennifer was a strategy consultant for the industry advising on a variety of matters including R&D prioritization, partnering and M&A opportunities, life cycle management, and liquidity planning for venture-backed companies. She began her career in technology licensing at MIT’s Technology Licensing Office where she worked alongside faculty, researchers, investors, and entrepreneurs to commercialize early-stage life science technologies. Jennifer is a proud Massachusetts native having received degrees from both UMass Amherst (BS, Microbiology) and UMass Medical School (Ph.D., Biomedical Sciences).