Elisa J.
About Elisa J.
Elisa J. is the Portfolio Director for Comprehensive Leadership Programs at Harvard Business School, a position she has held since 2023. She has a diverse background in administration, operations, and customer engagement, with previous roles at Harvard Business School, Forrester Research, and Pegasystems.
Current Position at Harvard Business School
Elisa J. serves as the Portfolio Director for Comprehensive Leadership Programs at Harvard Business School. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the development and management of leadership initiatives within the institution. Her role focuses on enhancing educational offerings and ensuring alignment with the school's strategic objectives.
Previous Role at Harvard Business School
Before her current role, Elisa J. was the Director of Administration and Operations for the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Harvard Business School from 2022 to 2023. In this capacity, she managed administrative functions and operational strategies to support diversity and inclusion efforts within the school.
Experience at Forrester Research
Elisa J. worked at Forrester Research as a Global Forum Producer from 2006 to 2011. During her five years in this role, she was responsible for producing global forums, which involved coordinating events and engaging with various stakeholders to facilitate discussions on key industry topics.
Career at Pegasystems
Elisa J. held multiple positions at Pegasystems from 2011 to 2019. She served as the Senior Analyst Relations Manager from 2011 to 2014, followed by the role of Senior Manager for Product Marketing in Pega Customer Service from 2014 to 2016. She then advanced to the position of Director of Global Customer Engagement, where she worked until 2019.
Educational Background
Elisa J. studied at William & Mary, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Latin American Studies from 1990 to 1994. She furthered her education at Cornell University, obtaining a Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion in 2020. This educational background supports her professional focus on leadership and inclusion.