Jenna Tavares
About Jenna Tavares
Jenna Tavares is an Associate Franchising Specialist at Inspire Brands, where she manages social media and candidate communications while conducting market research. She has a background in customer relations and franchising, having previously worked at Dunkin' Brands and J.Crew.
Current Role at Inspire Brands
Jenna Tavares has been serving as an Associate Franchising Specialist at Inspire Brands since 2021. In this role, she organizes and executes Franchise & Development Trade Shows. She manages social media platforms and candidate communications, ensuring effective outreach and engagement. Additionally, she conducts market research to develop detailed recruitment plans aimed at targeted markets.
Previous Experience at Dunkin' Brands
Prior to her current position, Jenna Tavares worked at Dunkin' Brands in various capacities. She served as an Associate Franchising Specialist from 2019 to 2021, following her role as Customer Relations Senior Coordinator for seven months in 2018. Earlier, she was a Customer Relations Coordinator from 2016 to 2018. Her experiences at Dunkin' Brands provided her with a strong foundation in customer relations and franchising.
Internship Experience at lolagraceEVENTS
In 2015, Jenna Tavares completed a two-month internship at lolagraceEVENTS, where she gained experience in event planning. This role involved assisting with wedding and farmers market events in the Greater Boston Area, contributing to her skills in organization and coordination.
Education and Academic Background
Jenna Tavares studied at Roanoke College, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Management from 2011 to 2015. She furthered her education at Florence University of the Arts, focusing on Human Resources Management and Services. Her academic background supports her expertise in management and organizational skills.
Early Career at J.Crew
Before her roles in the food and event industries, Jenna Tavares worked at J.Crew as an Assistant Manager from 2011 to 2016. This five-year experience in retail management helped her develop strong leadership and customer service skills, which she has applied in her subsequent positions.