Jenn Watt

Jenn Watt has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning several companies and roles. Jenn is currently working at MongoDB as the HR Director - Product + Engineering, a role they have held since June 2023. Prior to that, they worked at Facebook as the HR Leader - Tech from September 2021 to November 2022. At Facebook, they were responsible for various HR functions including executive client coaching, organizational design, talent management, performance management, and recruitment.

Before Facebook, Jenn worked at Amazon as a Talent Management Leader from April 2020 to August 2021. In this role, they developed and executed talent management processes and initiatives across three multinational organizations, focusing on data-driven decision making and equitable outcomes.

Jenn also has a significant work history at Microsoft. Jenn started in 2005 and held various HR roles over the years. Notably, they were the Retail HR Leader from September 2018 to April 2020, managing HR processes and programs for retail stores in the Western United States. Prior to this, they served as the Senior Organizational Development Manager, Senior HR Manager, Learning & Development Manager - Finance, Senior Account Manager - Global Learning & Development, Talent Management Consultant, Senior HR Business Partner/Diversity Program Manager, and Diversity University Recruiter.

Jenn's career began at Whitman College, where they worked as the Assistant Director of Admission from September 2003 to August 2005.

Jenn Watt earned their Bachelor's of Arts degree in Economics, History, and Politics from Whitman College from 1999 to 2003. In 2002, they briefly studied Economics at the National University of Ireland. It is unknown when they attended the University of Galway or if they obtained a degree from there. Additionally, they have obtained several certifications in their field. These include the Microsoft HR Excellence certification from eCornell in September 2019, the Strategic Human Resources Leadership certification from eCornell in September 2019, and the Improving Your Listening Skills certification from LinkedIn in January 2019.