Heather Jensen
About Heather Jensen
Heather Jensen serves as the Deputy General Counsel at Ithaka, where she focuses on legal issues related to intellectual property and digital technology for JSTOR. With a background in psychology and law, she has been with the organization since 2011 and actively collaborates on various business initiatives.
Work at ITHAKA
Heather Jensen has served as Deputy General Counsel at Ithaka since 2011. In this role, she addresses legal issues specifically related to JSTOR, focusing on areas such as intellectual property and digital technology. Her responsibilities include advising on global privacy and data security matters, as well as collaborating on new business initiatives, including data mining and prison education programs. Jensen's work contributes to the development of policies that govern the ethics of business practices and the treatment of content.
Education and Expertise
Heather Jensen holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Columbia University, where she studied from 1992 to 1996. She furthered her education at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, earning her Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from 1996 to 1999. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both legal principles and psychological insights, which she applies in her role at Ithaka.
Background
Heather Jensen has spent over a decade in her current position at Ithaka, located in New York, New York. Her extensive experience in the legal field, particularly in intellectual property and digital technology, positions her as a key figure in addressing the legal complexities faced by JSTOR. Jensen's background includes a focus on ethical business practices and the treatment of content, reflecting her commitment to responsible legal guidance.
Achievements
Throughout her tenure at Ithaka, Heather Jensen has been involved in significant initiatives such as the development of policies related to the ethics of business practices. She plays a crucial role in advising on global privacy and data security matters for JSTOR. Jensen's collaboration on new business initiatives, including data mining and prison education programs, demonstrates her commitment to advancing the organization's mission while navigating complex legal landscapes.