Jennifer Brown, E MBA
About Jennifer Brown, E MBA
Jennifer Brown, E MBA, serves as the Associate Director of Facilities & Engineering Operations at Kite Pharma, where she focuses on strategic master planning and globalization. She holds an Executive MBA and has extensive experience in project management and operations across various industries.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Jennifer Brown serves as the Associate Director of Facilities & Engineering Operations at Kite Pharma, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the operational aspects of facilities and engineering, ensuring that the infrastructure supports the company's objectives. Her work is critical in maintaining efficient operations within the organization, which is located in El Segundo, California.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Prior to her current role, Jennifer Brown worked at JLL as a Senior Project Manager in Occupancy Planning from 2010 to 2017. During her tenure in Thousand Oaks, California, she managed various projects that focused on optimizing workspace utilization and enhancing operational efficiency. Her experience in this role contributed to her expertise in strategic planning and project execution.
Educational Background and Certifications
Jennifer Brown holds an Executive MBA from California Lutheran University, which she completed from 2020 to 2022. Her studies focused on Business Management and Global Leadership. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Sport Science with a concentration in Behavioral Leadership from the University of Utah, completed from 1993 to 1997. She also holds a Six Sigma Green Belt certification, indicating her proficiency in process improvement methodologies.
Advocacy for Leadership Excellence
Jennifer Brown advocates for leadership excellence by emphasizing the importance of purpose, culture, and values in organizational engagement. She focuses on enhancing intercultural capacity to develop capabilities within teams. This advocacy reflects her commitment to fostering an inclusive and effective workplace environment.
Diverse Work History
Jennifer Brown has a diverse work history that includes roles in risk and safety management at Mission Linen Supply from 2001 to 2004, and as Regional Operations Manager at SBM Site Services from 2009 to 2010. She also served as Sr Manager of Corporate Services & Planning at NBCUniversal Media, LLC from 2017 to 2019. This varied experience has equipped her with a broad skill set applicable to her current role.