Jane Ellis

Jane Ellis has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Jane is currently serving as the Chief Financial and Operating Officer at the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill since April 2022. Prior to this, they held the same position at Tower Hill Botanic Garden from February 2015 to July 2021, where they also briefly served as the Acting Chief Executive Officer from March 2021 to July 2021.

Jane has also worked as the Director of Finance and Administration at the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Massachusetts and Rhode Island from July 2014 to January 2015. Before that, they were the Vice President for Operations at the Boston Harbor Island Alliance from November 2010 to June 2014.

Earlier in their career, Jane held managerial positions at Ratcliffe Harten Burke & Galamaga LLP from April 2008 to November 2010, and Anderson & Kreiger LLP from October 1991 to April 2008. At Anderson & Kreiger LLP, they played a crucial role in managing the firm's growth and overseeing various operational aspects.

Jane's experience extends beyond the legal field. Jane has served as the Executive Director of the Outdoor Advertising Board, Comm of Mass from 1987 to 1991. Prior to that, they were the Executive Director of the Martha's Vineyard Land Bank from 1985 to 1987, where they successfully established the agency and handled public relations efforts.

Earlier in their career, Jane worked as the Director of the Office of Property Management and Community Relations at the New Seabury Corporation from November 1980 to April 1986. Jane was responsible for community, media, and government relations, as well as property management for a large residential-resort developer.

Jane's career started in the media industry, where they worked as the News Director for WCOD-FM, a Cape Cod radio station, from 1978 to 1980. During this time, they covered various local, regional, and national news stories.

Overall, Jane Ellis has a diverse background in finance, administration, operations, law, and public relations, with a demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams across different organizational settings.

Jane Ellis has a Master's degree in Applied Management from Lesley University. Jane also has a Bachelor's degree in English from Georgian Court University.