Jennifer Bourne is the Director of Global Initiatives and Operations at the Berggruen Institute. In that capacity, she spreadheads the design and implementation of strategic communication and operational frameworks across the Institute’s global centers in Los Angeles USA, Beijing China, and Venice Italy. Her focus is on driving innovative initiatives, including the Berggruen Essay Competition, and enhancing global operational efficiency. She also contributes her expertise as the Executive Editor of Cuiling Magazine and Associate Editor of Noema Magazine.

Before her current role, Jennifer was instrumental in launching and leading a Global Fellowship Program and the Berggruen Prize for Philosophy and Culture. Before her tenure at Berggruen, she led successful fundraising campaigns at the University of Maryland. Her international experience is further enriched by her work in the UK, where she served as an Investment Specialist for UK Trade and Investment to drive UK-China investment relations.

Jennifer holds a PhD in Intercultural Communication from the University of Maryland, along with a master’s degree from Newcastle University UK, and a bachelor's degree from China, showcasing her extensive educational background and expertise in managing global communications and operations.