Jennifer Whitbeck
About Jennifer Whitbeck
Jennifer Whitbeck is the Associate Director of Learning Strategy at Bristol Myers Squibb, with over 20 years of experience in learning strategy and management consulting across various industries.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Jennifer Whitbeck serves as the Associate Director of Learning Strategy at Bristol Myers Squibb. In this role, she has developed a comprehensive learning strategy that aligns with the global R&D organization’s goals to enhance patient outcomes. Her responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and address learning needs within the organization, particularly in support of biopharmaceutical R&D capabilities.
Professional Experience as Independent Consultant
From 2014 to 2021, Jennifer Whitbeck was a Senior Learning Strategy Consultant at Independent Consultant based in Whitehouse Station, NJ. During her seven-year tenure, she leveraged her extensive background in learning strategy and instructional design to assist clients across various industries in implementing effective learning initiatives.
Previous Work at Merck & Co. Inc.
Jennifer Whitbeck worked at Merck & Co. Inc. from 2005 to 2014 in Commercial Operations, located in Whitehouse Station, NJ. Over her nine years at the company, she played a significant role in the development and implementation of strategic initiatives that supported the company's commercial operations. Her experience at Merck was instrumental in enhancing her skills in learning strategy and management consulting.
Management Consulting Career
Jennifer Whitbeck has a strong background in management consulting, having worked at IBM and PricewaterhouseCoopers. At IBM, she served as a Management Consultant from 2002 to 2005 in the Greater Philadelphia Area. Prior to that, she worked as a Management Consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers from 1998 to 2002. These roles contributed to her deep understanding of business operations and strategic planning across various industries.
Educational Background
Jennifer Whitbeck holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Hispanic Studies from Vassar College, where she studied from 1990 to 1994. She furthered her education with post-graduate studies in Spanish Literature at the University of Pennsylvania. Her academic background has equipped her with strong analytical and communication skills, which have been integral to her career in learning strategy and management consulting.