Jennifer Parton
About Jennifer Parton
Current Role at TELUS
Jennifer Parton currently serves as the Director of Partner Service Management, NFSA at TELUS, based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. She has been in this role since April 2021, leading the Partner Service Management team and contributing to business development and strategic initiatives.
Previous Roles at TELUS
Jennifer Parton has held several significant positions at TELUS, showcasing her expertise in operations and strategic management. Prior to her current role, she was Manager of Operations at TELUS Communications from 2019 to 2021. In 2019, she also briefly served as Senior Strategy Manager - National Business Delivery. From 2016 to 2019, she was the Strategic Sourcing Manager, and before that, she held the role of Senior Strategy Manager - National Business Delivery from 2015 to 2016. She initially joined TELUS as Sr. Channel Engagement Manager/Sr. Product Manager, holding this position from 2000 to 2013.
Early Career and Business Development Skills
Jennifer Parton began her career at MicroAge Canada, where she worked as a Senior Account Executive for six years, from 1993 to 1999, based in Sudbury, Ontario. Her early career provided her with a strong foundation in business development, including sales, contract negotiation and management, and product marketing.
Educational Background
Jennifer Parton holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business - Management Concentration from Lake Superior State University, which she obtained from 1990 to 1993. This educational background has supported her extensive career in the telecommunications industry, enabling her to progress into multiple senior management roles.
Experience in Telecommunications
With over 20 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, Jennifer Parton has demonstrated a deep understanding of business development, procurement, product management, and operations. Her career has been marked by significant roles at TELUS, where she has been instrumental in driving strategic initiatives and managing partner services.