Janene Ferrara

Janene Ferrara has a diverse work experience in the field of communications and public relations. Janene currently holds the position of Executive Vice President, Client Experience at dna Communications since 2022. Prior to this, they worked as a Senior Vice President at GCI Health from 2020 to 2022.

Before joining GCI Health, Janene served as a Consultant, Public Relations & Advertising at Havas Health Plus from 2019 to 2020. In this role, they developed and implemented marketing campaigns for the creative agency, focusing on health and wellness communications.

From 2014 to 2019, Janene worked as the Founder/President of Dalehead Designs. In their role, they directed a home decorating and staging company, handling various projects and managing budgets, branding, and sales. Janene also implemented impactful marketing campaigns and built a strong social media presence.

Janene's career also includes their tenure at Havas, where they held the position of Executive Vice President, Global Head of Healthcare from 2010 to 2014. Janene oversaw the global healthcare practice and managed teams, budgets, and operational targets.

Before joining Havas, Janene was employed by Marina Maher Communications as a Senior Vice President, Health Care Media from 2005 to 2010. Janene played a key role in directing health care programs and managing relationships with various clients.

Prior to this, they worked as a Media Specialist at Chandler Chicco Agency from 2003 to 2005. There, they developed media strategies and managed public relations programs for healthcare clients.

Janene began their career as a Senior Account Executive at Cohn & Wolfe from 2001 to 2002, where they managed accounts for various clients in the food and healthcare industries.

Overall, Janene Ferrara has a proven track record in the communications and public relations industry, with experience in leadership roles and the successful execution of marketing campaigns.

Janene Ferrara earned a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree in Creative Writing from Long Island University in 1999. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in English from SUNY Geneseo, which they completed in 1995. In addition to their educational achievements, Janene holds a certification as a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson from the New York State Department of State, which they obtained in May 2017.