Jessica Heard

Jessica Heard currently serves as Senior Vice President of Transformation and Project Management at Nielsen, where oversight of operational excellence and transformation initiatives is a primary focus. Previously, Jessica held multiple senior roles within Nielsen, including SVP of Strategic Operations for Global Marketing and Communications, where Jessica established business operations and PMO functions, and VP of Project Management for Global Marketing, leading budget optimization and team reorganizations. Prior experience includes senior project management roles at Viacom and Amplify, demonstrating a consistent track record in project management, team leadership, and operational efficiency. Jessica's career began in client services and market research, complemented by a Bachelor of Arts from The New School and a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training from Jaya Yoga Center.