Jenny Houlihan
About Jenny Houlihan
Jenny Houlihan is the Managing Director of European Equities at Jefferies and serves on the Board of the Women's Premier League Rugby.
Company
Jenny Houlihan is currently the Managing Director of European Equities at Jefferies and has been in this role since 2016. She operates out of Boston, MA. She is also a Director on the Board of the Women's Premier League Rugby since 2023.
Title
Jenny Houlihan serves as both the Managing Director of European Equities at Jefferies and a Director on the Board of the Women's Premier League Rugby.
Education and Expertise
Jenny Houlihan studied at Boston College from 1994 to 1998 where she completed her undergraduate education. Her expertise lies predominantly in European equity sales, which she developed through extensive experience at multiple financial institutions.
Professional Background
Jenny Houlihan has a rich professional background, starting her career in European Equity Sales at Lehman Brothers from 2005 to 2008. She then moved to Barclays Capital as Director of European Equity Sales from 2008 to 2016, before joining Jefferies in her current role. Her involvement in the financial sector spans over a decade and includes key leadership positions that focus on European markets.
Achievements in Women's Rugby
Jenny Houlihan has significantly contributed to the advancement of women's rugby in America. She has been instrumental in the transformation of the Women's Premier League Rugby, working towards making it the first professional women's 15s rugby league in America. Her efforts focus on sustainability, equity, and accessibility, helping to lay the foundation for professionalization in the sport. As part of the leadership team, she is dedicated to furthering the legacy and elevating the league to new heights.