Jen Loja
About Jen Loja
Jen Loja is the President of Penguin Young Readers at Penguin Random House, with over a decade of leadership experience in the children's publishing industry.
Current Role at Penguin Random House
Jen Loja serves as the President of Penguin Young Readers, a division of Penguin Random House located in the Greater New York City Area. Since joining the team in December 2015, she has been instrumental in shaping the strategic direction of the division, overseeing various aspects of content creation and distribution for young readers.
Previous Position at Penguin Books for Young Readers
Before assuming her current role, Jen Loja worked at Penguin Books for Young Readers as the VP and Associate Publisher from 2009 to 2015. During her six-year tenure, she played a critical role in managing and expanding the division's publishing efforts, contributing extensively to the company's growth and success in the children's literature market.
Experience at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Jen Loja's career also includes a significant leadership role at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. From 2004 to 2009, she served as VP and Associate Publisher for HMH Children's Books. Her five years in this position were marked by her contributions to the development and publication of a range of children's books, reinforcing her expertise in the industry.
Educational Background
Jen Loja holds a Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature, General, from Emory University. She studied at Emory from 1989 to 1993, gaining a solid foundation in literary studies that has supported her successful career in publishing.
Leadership in Children's Publishing
With over a decade of experience in leadership roles within the children's publishing industry, Jen Loja has demonstrated a strong capability in managing and directing publishing efforts. Her roles at both Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and Penguin Books for Young Readers have prepared her well for her current leadership position at Penguin Young Readers.