Jennie started her career working for various tour operators in the UK, travelling the world meeting hoteliers, negotiating commercial terms for inclusion in their programmes. Switching sides, she then worked for InterContinental Hotel Group (IHG) in their global head office as Director of Distribution and Intermediary Sales for EMEA – this role focused on the group strategy with Online Travel Agents such as Booking.com and Expedia and the negotiation of commercial terms with them on behalf of the 6000 branded IHG hotels.
In 2012 the opportunity arose to relocate from London to Jersey, and with a young family it seemed like the perfect place to be. A passion grew for ‘everything Jersey’ and with a strong background in Tourism & Hospitality it led to join the team at Visit Jersey as Product Manager, promoting the island to visitors and working closely on-island tourism and hospitality businesses to maximise their contribution to the visitor experience and to the local economy.
Supporting the sector through the pandemic ignited a passion for working closely with businesses to provide support and advice on a wide range of topics – the move across to the team at Jersey Business was a natural progression.
Her current role, heading up the Business Support Team is driven by a passion for for wanting Jersey's economy to thrive. Even a great business can improve, so why not come in to see her and the team to begin that journey?
The most important thing on my desk is…
Tea! In particular, a good cup of Earl Grey.
I love working at Jersey Business because…
I love working at Jersey Business as I have a genuine desire to see industries in Jersey thrive and I love helping people.
When I’m not at work you’ll find me…
During the summer months you’ll find me barbecuing on one of Jersey’s beautiful beaches with family and friends. In the winter we will wrap up warm and do the same.