Jenna Hennessy

Jenna Hennessy has a diverse work experience across various industries. Starting in 2005, they worked as a Newsletter Editor for Sun Life Financial, where they were responsible for producing electronic newsletters for a national audience. In 2007, they joined GEOSIGN Corporation as a Writer, creating informative content on consumer-focused topics. From 2007 to 2013, they held multiple roles at Ontario Teachers Insurance Plan (OTIP), including Communications Specialist and Corporate Communications Manager, where they developed communication strategies and produced high-quality digital and print communications.

In 2014, Jenna worked as the Editorial Lead for OMAFRA - Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, and honed their skills in audience research and speechwriting for ministry leaders. From 2015 to 2022, they joined the University of Guelph, starting as an Internal Communications Coordinator, where they developed internal newsletters and supported communications for strategic projects. Jenna then progressed to become the Manager of Internal Communications, responsible for communicating the university's response to COVID-19 and managing various communication initiatives. Finally, they worked as the Director of Integrated and Internal Communications, advising senior executives and developing communication strategies in support of the university's institutional priorities.

Most recently, in 2023, Jenna joined Sleeman Breweries Ltd. as a National Communications Specialist.

Jenna Hennessy completed their Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in English Rhetoric and Professional Writing, with a minor in Speech Communications, at the University of Waterloo from 2000 to 2005. Prior to that, their education history includes attending ODCVI, although specific details such as start and end years, degree, and field of study are not provided. In addition to their formal education, Jenna obtained a certification in Indigenous Canada from Coursera in October 2021.