Jane Kendall
About Jane Kendall
Jane Kendall serves as the Executive Strategy Director at T Brand Studio, The New York Times, where she has worked since 2019. She holds an MBA from the University of Cambridge and has extensive experience in strategy and innovation across various organizations.
Current Role at The New York Times
Jane Kendall serves as the Executive Strategy Director at T Brand Studio, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for leading strategic initiatives and developing innovative solutions for the studio, which is part of The New York Times. Her work focuses on integrating brand storytelling with audience engagement, enhancing the studio's capabilities in creating impactful content.
Education and Expertise
Jane Kendall has an extensive educational background. She earned her MBA from the University of Cambridge, where she studied Business from 2006 to 2007. Prior to that, she obtained a BA in Political Science from Swarthmore College, studying from 1996 to 2000. Additionally, she completed an MSc in New Media, Information, and Society at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) from 2004 to 2005. This combination of degrees equips her with a diverse skill set in strategy, media, and communication.
Previous Experience at FEMA
Before her current role, Jane Kendall worked as a Planning Specialist at FEMA from 2005 to 2006. In this position, she contributed to emergency management planning and coordination efforts. Her experience at FEMA provided her with insights into strategic planning in high-stakes environments.
Career at Saatchi & Saatchi
Jane Kendall held the position of Director of Strategy and Innovation for Global Projects at Saatchi & Saatchi from 2007 to 2016. During her nine years in this role, she was involved in developing strategic marketing initiatives and innovative campaigns for various global clients, based in London, United Kingdom.
Early Career at Right to Play
Jane Kendall began her career as a Project Coordinator for Right to Play in Mozambique from 2002 to 2003. This role involved managing projects aimed at using sports and play to educate and empower children in challenging environments. Her work in this capacity laid the foundation for her future endeavors in strategy and project management.