Jennifer Ahearn
About Jennifer Ahearn
Jennifer Ahearn serves as the Senior Vice President of Global Strategic Partnerships and Themed Entertainment at Sesame Workshop, where she has worked since 2023. She has a background in marketing and finance, holding an MBA from the University of Notre Dame and a Bachelor's degree from Ohio University, and has held various senior roles in marketing and strategic partnerships across notable organizations.
Current Role at Sesame Workshop
Jennifer Ahearn serves as the Senior Vice President of Global Strategic Partnerships & Themed Entertainment at Sesame Workshop. She has held this position since 2023, focusing on driving brand awareness, engagement, and revenue through strategic partnerships and location-based entertainment on a global scale. Her responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams to streamline processes and optimize marketing plans, as well as overseeing the development of themed entertainment initiatives such as theme parks, live shows, resorts, and experiential projects.
Previous Experience at Sesame Workshop
Prior to her current role, Jennifer Ahearn worked at Sesame Workshop as the Vice President of Strategic Partnerships - Licensing from 2011 to 2015. During her four years in this position, she was involved in establishing and managing strategic partnerships that enhanced the organization’s licensing efforts. Her experience at Sesame Workshop has contributed to her expertise in themed entertainment and strategic partnerships.
Professional Background
Jennifer Ahearn has a diverse professional background in marketing and strategic partnerships. She worked at BBDO as a Senior Account Executive from 1999 to 2001. She also held various roles at IBM, including Senior Marketing Manager, Marketing Manager, and Senior Advertising Manager from 2002 to 2011. Her extensive experience includes managing P&L and multimillion-dollar marketing campaigns for global brands, utilizing a wide variety of media channels for effective marketing strategies.
Education and Qualifications
Jennifer Ahearn earned her MBA with a concentration in Marketing from the University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business, completing her studies from 2001 to 2002. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a double major in Marketing and Finance from Ohio University. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in business and marketing principles.