Jen joined the Otago Community Trust in January 2024, bringing over 18 years of experience in marketing, communications, and events.
After graduating with a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing from the University of Otago, Jen kicked off her career with the OUSA Events Team - running everything from Orientation to Art Week, Battle of the Bands and the Blues & Golds Awards. She went on to spend several years in Sydney working in communications before returning to Ōtepoti. Most recently Jen has been a self-emplyed Designer.
In her role at OCT, Jen hopes to showcase the incredible breadth of events, initiatives and communities the Trust supports throughout the Otago region. From major events, infrastructure projects and sporting organisations to smaller community groups in need of funds for things like costumes, transportation and more - OCT's funding reach is vast.
Jen lives on the Otago Peninsula with her two kids & husband, as well as a cat (Monty), a dog (Millie) and five chickens.
Email: jen@oct.org.nz