Jaz Henry
About Jaz Henry
Jaz Henry serves as the Director of Business Development in Healthcare at IDEO, a position he has held since 2024. With a diverse background in marketing and consulting, he has previously worked for notable organizations such as Johnson & Johnson and the International Planned Parenthood Federation.
Work at IDEO
Jaz Henry currently serves as the Director of Business Development in the Healthcare sector at IDEO, a position held since 2024. In this role, Henry focuses on developing business strategies and partnerships that enhance IDEO's impact in the healthcare industry. Prior to this role, Henry worked as a Senior Program Manager and Business Development Lead for Health at IDEO from 2022 to 2024, contributing to various healthcare initiatives and projects.
Education and Expertise
Jaz Henry holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Health Sector Management from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business, completed from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, Henry earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and Rhetoric from Binghamton University, where studies spanned from 2008 to 2010. Henry also completed the CORe Credential of Readiness program at Harvard Business School Online in 2017, which provided foundational business skills.
Background
Jaz Henry has a diverse professional background that spans various roles in business development, marketing, and consulting. Prior to joining IDEO, Henry held positions at Johnson & Johnson, L.E.K. Consulting, and several organizations focused on social impact, including the International Planned Parenthood Federation. This extensive experience has equipped Henry with a comprehensive understanding of both the healthcare and nonprofit sectors.
Previous Work Experience
Before taking on the role at IDEO, Jaz Henry worked in multiple capacities across different organizations. This includes positions as a Brand & Marketing Director at NEKKTAR, a Marketing and Brand Lead at BIOMILQ, and a Digital Marketing Consultant for Families Belong Together. Henry also served as a Consultant at L.E.K. Consulting and a Summer Marketing Associate at Johnson & Johnson, showcasing a strong foundation in marketing and strategic consulting.
Professional Development
Jaz Henry has pursued various educational opportunities to enhance professional skills. In addition to the MBA from Duke University, Henry studied Journalism and Multimedia at the University of Southern California for one year. Henry's commitment to continuous learning is evident through participation in the CORe program at Harvard Business School Online, which focused on essential business concepts.