Jayne O’Connor

Jayne’s career has put her at the frontlines of political battles and cutting-edge healthcare innovations. The common thread is that she is a shoulder-to-shoulder partner who helps clients say what has to be said with clarity and oomph. She knows how to cool things down or heat them up, depending on what it takes to be not just heard, but listened to. She has advised CEOs and political leaders in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. Jayne served as press secretary to New Jersey Gov. Christie Whitman and, more recently, specialized in healthcare communications and marketing, and philanthropy communications. After serving as director of corporate communications for Bristol-Myers Squibb she led Capital Health’s successful rebranding and reputational transformation. A recognized community leader with a history of service on nonprofit boards, Jayne currently serves on the boards of NJ Spotlight, the online news organization, and Eden Autism Services. Previously, she helped to found the Mercer County affiliate of Dress for Success and served on its board for 10 years. She was also on the boards of MIDJersey Chamber of Commerce, Trenton YWCA, and Hopewell YMCA.

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