J. Renay Loper
About J. Renay Loper
J. Renay Loper serves as the Vice President of Program Innovation at PYXERA Global and has been an Adjunct Faculty member at Bard College since 2021. With a diverse background in program management and education, Loper has held various roles across multiple organizations, including The Japan Foundation New York and West Chester University.
Work at PYXERA Global
J. Renay Loper has held multiple positions at PYXERA Global, starting as a Key Client Manager from 2015 to 2016. Following this role, Loper served as Associate Director from 2016 to 2019. Currently, Loper is the Vice President of Program Innovation, a position held since 2019. In this role, Loper focuses on developing and implementing innovative programs that align with the organization's mission.
Current Role at Bard College
Since 2021, J. Renay Loper has been an Adjunct Faculty member in the MBA Sustainability program at Bard College. This role involves teaching and mentoring students in sustainability practices and principles, contributing to the academic development of future leaders in the field.
Previous Experience in Education and Program Management
Prior to current roles, J. Renay Loper worked as an Associate Program Officer at The Japan Foundation New York and the Center for Global Partnership from 2011 to 2015. Loper also held positions at West Chester University, including Assistant to the Director of the Office of Multicultural Affairs and Academic Coach for students with disabilities. Additionally, Loper served as an Assistant Site Director in Greece for Northeastern University in 2010.
Educational Background
J. Renay Loper earned a Master's degree in Counseling and Education from West Chester University of Pennsylvania, where studies took place from 2004 to 2006. Loper also holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management with a focus on International Business from the same university, completed between 1998 and 2002. Additional studies include coursework in Japanese at the Five College Center for East Asian Studies.
Diverse Professional Background
J. Renay Loper's professional experience spans various sectors, including education, human resources, and community service. Loper worked as a Human Resources Coordinator at Pfizer Animal Health and as a Partnership Development Specialist at Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence. Loper also served as an Assistant Branch Manager at TD and as an Assistant Language Teacher in Japan through the Japan Exchange and Teaching Program.