Jane Connell

Jane Connell has extensive experience in leading strategy and transformation initiatives within the technology sector. Currently, Jane serves as the Head of Strategy & Transformation for Global Services and CIO of Enterprise Systems at Verizon since July 2021, guiding the organization through its 2.0 journey. Prior to Verizon, Jane held the position of SVP & CIO at State Street from October 2019 to April 2021 and spent nearly three decades at Johnson & Johnson, culminating as CIO for Corporate functions, where Jane drove strategic portfolios for global operations. Earlier in Jane's career, leadership roles in IT operations and supply chain at Bristol-Myers Squibb and Johnson & Johnson established a strong foundation in strategic sourcing and logistics. Jane earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from Rider University.