Jenny Kananov Shayo (She/Her)
About Jenny Kananov Shayo (She/Her)
Jenny Kananov Shayo serves as the Cohort 4 Founder at ZINC, focusing on ventures that enhance mental health for children and young people. She has a background in clinical and educational psychology, with previous roles at Save the Children UK and Birkbeck, University of London.
Work at Zinc
Jenny Kananov Shayo has been serving as the Cohort 4 Founder at Zinc since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing ventures aimed at enhancing the mental health of children and young people. Her work is part of a broader initiative to address mental health challenges through innovative solutions.
Education and Expertise
Jenny holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Bar-Ilan University, which she completed from 2006 to 2009. Additionally, she has two Bachelor's degrees: one in Psychology and another in General Studies and Humanities from Tel Aviv University, earned between 2002 and 2006. Her educational background supports her expertise in both clinical and educational psychology.
Background
Jenny has a diverse professional background that includes roles in educational and clinical settings. Before joining Zinc, she worked as a Wellbeing Advisor at Save the Children UK for one year and held positions at Birkbeck, University of London as an Associate Tutor and Graduate Teaching Assistant. She also worked briefly as a Consulting Specialist at MAKELABS.
Research Experience
Jenny's research experience informs her impact-driven approach in psychology and workplace wellbeing. This background enhances her ability to create effective mental health solutions, particularly in her current role at Zinc, where she leverages research to inform venture development.