Jesenia Brown
About Jesenia Brown
Jesenia Brown is a Senior Manager of Pro Bono and Corporate Social Responsibility, currently working at A&O Shearman in New York City. She has extensive experience in nonprofit management and community leadership, particularly in initiatives supporting women and children.
Current Role at A&O Shearman
Jesenia Brown serves as the Senior Manager of Pro Bono & Corporate Social Responsibility at A&O Shearman. She has held this position since 2024, contributing to the firm's initiatives in social responsibility within the New York City Metropolitan Area. In this role, she collaborates with various teams, including Diversity & Inclusion, Facilities, Human Resources, and Global Real Estate, to integrate social responsibility goals into the firm's broader initiatives.
Previous Experience at Shearman & Sterling LLP
Prior to her current role, Jesenia Brown worked at Shearman & Sterling LLP as the Manager of Global Corporate Social Responsibility from 2018 to 2024. She also held the position of Senior Manager, Pro Bono and Corporate Social Responsibility for a brief period in 2024. During her tenure, she focused on enhancing the firm's commitment to social responsibility and pro bono work.
Professional Background in Nonprofits
Jesenia Brown has extensive experience in nonprofit management and community service. She worked at UCP of Central Florida as Agency Office Manager & Executive Assistant from 2008 to 2010, and at Rollins College as Program/Workshop Coordinator from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, she served as Pro Bono and Community Service Manager at Lowenstein Sandler LLP from 2010 to 2018, where she managed pro bono initiatives and community service programs.
Educational Qualifications
Jesenia Brown holds a Master of Science in Management (M.S.M.) with a focus on Nonprofit Management from Thomas Edison State University, which she completed from 2011 to 2013. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Cultural Anthropology from Rollins College, studying there from 2003 to 2007. Her educational background supports her commitment to community leadership and innovative nonprofit practices.
Community Engagement and Leadership
Jesenia Brown is actively involved in community leadership roles. She serves as the treasurer for the Manville Music Organization, a nonprofit focused on music advocacy. Additionally, she chairs the board of the Somerville branch of the Greater Somerset County YMCA, where she emphasizes community engagement and leadership initiatives. Her passion for causes serving women and children drives her involvement in these organizations.