A global voice in open research communication
Jennifer is a globally recognised leader in open research communication and open-technology innovation. With more than two decades at the forefront of transforming how knowledge is shared, Jennifer has consistently driven bold, practical solutions that reshape research culture. Under her leadership, Dryad is increasingly recognized as essential research infrastructure, enabling seamless data capture, high-quality curation and open dissemination across disciplines.
Her strategic focus is on strengthening Dryad’s role as a non-profit service operating in the community interest and cementing its place as a cornerstone of the future open-science ecosystem. A respected voice in governance and sector leadership, Jennifer has served as a non-executive director for several major organisations including DataCite, the Data Curation Network, FORCE11 and the Open Access Scholarly Publishing Association (OASPA), where she served as Chair. Her career reflects deep expertise in strategic consulting, organisational development and coalition-building, making her one of the most influential executives shaping global open research today.