Chief Marketing Officer

BETH JANNERY

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EDUCATION

University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School

Executive Corporate Board Governance Program

Focused on advanced corporate governance, strategic leadership, and driving organizational performance at the board level.

Dartmouth College, Tuck School of Business

Executive Innovation & Strategy Program

Completed an elite executive education program, honing expertise in leading innovation, crafting growth strategies, and driving large-scale business transformations.

Boston University

Master of Science, College of Communication, Journalism Honors

Specialized in strategic communication, graduating with honors, with a focus on advancing organizational messaging and leadership communication.

Framingham State University

Bachelor of Arts, Communication (Honors), Psychology Minor

Focused on communication theory, speech communication, and psychology, providing a strong foundation in leadership, decision-making, and organizational behavior.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

TITAN, Virginia

Chief Executive Officer 2021-Present

CEO & Strategic Thought Partner for CEOs at Titan, a boutique advisory firm providing executive-level consulting and fractional leadership since 2021. Renowned for expertise in strategic communications, leadership consulting, and interim executive roles, Titan partners with CEOs and senior leaders to deliver impactful results in diverse industries, including aerospace, defense, technology, U.S. Government, and education.

Key Achievements:

Led the firm in completing over ten high-profile consulting engagements, driving transformation and growth for clients.

Provided bespoke consulting solutions encompassing thought leadership, change management, strategic initiatives, operational optimization, and branding and storytelling.

Serves as Strategic Thought Partner for CEOs for 20M-1B company leaders.

Successfully aligned business objectives with innovative strategies that enhanced clients' market positioning and operational excellence.

Secured Titan’s SBA certification as a government contractor, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in public and private sectors.

Achieved recognition as an Amazon Strategic Partner, Forbes Business Council Member, and Fast Company Executive Board company.

Partnered with top-tier clients, including IBM Consulting, Raytheon Technologies (RTX), Department of the Interior, Federal Consulting Group, YPO-led enterprises, PAR, Inc., private equity firms, and George Mason University.

Served as Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Marketing Officer reporting to CEO for clients.

ACUITY INTERNATIONAL, Northern Virginia

Chief Marketing & Communications Officer, Senior Vice President 2020-2021

Global C-Suite Executive leading Marketing and Communications for a billion-dollar enterprise with 8,000 employees, reporting directly to the CEO. Spearheaded high-impact initiatives in Crisis Communications, Reputation Management, and strategic communications during multiple acquisitions and mergers. Played a critical role in the successful rebranding of Caliburn International to Acuity International, driving both market perception and internal alignment.

Key Achievements:

Strategic Leadership: Led the comprehensive rebranding of the organization, managing all aspects of change management, leadership transitions, and internal communications, ensuring alignment with corporate growth objectives.

Crisis & Reputation Management: Directed crisis communications and reputation management strategies, protecting the company's brand integrity during high-pressure situations.

High-Level Proposal & Strategic Decision-Making: Contributed to strategic decisions for a $600M government contract, conducting critical proposal reviews and aligning marketing efforts with business development priorities.

Board-Level Reporting: Delivered executive-level briefings to the Board of Directors and private equity stakeholders, outlining growth strategies, performance metrics, and market positioning for a $1B enterprise.

Content & Brand Leadership: Managed a Strategic Marketing & Communications team responsible for developing high-impact content, branding strategies, and business campaigns to support government contracts and business development across diverse divisions.

Executive Communications & Government Relations: Acted as the primary company spokesperson and Government Relations executive, leading the development and execution of communication strategies to engage key stakeholders and enhance the company’s reputation.

Team Building & Global Leadership: Built and led global, cross-functional teams, driving collaboration and fostering a high-performance culture in a complex, matrixed organizational environment.

RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES (RTX), Northern Virginia

Global Bureau Chief 2018-2020, 2023 – Present, Consultant for RTX

Key leader in the successful content migration and merger activities during the integration of Raytheon Company with United Technologies Corporation, forming the global defense powerhouse Raytheon Technologies (RTX), with $69 billion in annual sales. Led strategic content development and communications efforts across multiple teams, both domestically and internationally, driving alignment and operational efficiency during the merger.

Key Achievements:

M&A Leadership & Content Strategy: Played a pivotal role on the Tiger Team driving content migration and integration strategies during the merger of Raytheon and United Technologies, ensuring seamless alignment of internal and external communications across a global workforce of 185,000+ employees.

Training & Development: Designed and implemented a comprehensive writing and editing training program for internal teams and external agencies across global markets (KSA, UAE), significantly improving communication effectiveness and consistency.

Executive Communications & Proposal Leadership: Served as the SPY-6 Executive Summary Author and a key member of the LTAMDS (now GhostEye) proposal writing team, contributing to successful defense proposals for high-value, classified contracts. Held Secret Security Clearance for LTAMDS at Raytheon Missiles & Defense.

Global Bureau Leadership: Directed strategic content creation and communications for newly landed international operations in KSA and UAE, establishing Raytheon’s footprint in critical defense markets.

Ongoing Strategic Support: Currently providing expert consulting to RTX in support of the Requirements & Capabilities, Business Development, Capture, and Proposal Excellence teams, focusing on AI, editorial, executive summaries, and proposal support to advance RTX’s defense and technology leadership.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked seamlessly with senior leadership and technical teams to align messaging, drive strategic initiatives, and support RTX’s expansion into next-generation technology solutions and integrated defense systems.

GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY, Fairfax, Virginia

Director of Journalism & Communication Professor 2010-2018

Dynamic leader overseeing the digital transformation of the journalism curriculum, driving the integration of cutting-edge technologies to elevate student competitiveness and ensure alignment with evolving industry standards. Spearheaded strategic partnerships with industry leaders, significantly raising the university’s profile and expanding high-value professional opportunities for students.

Key Achievements:

Digital Transformation & Curriculum Innovation: Led the successful digital overhaul of the journalism curriculum, integrating advanced technologies and tools to enhance learning outcomes and better prepare students for rapidly changing media landscapes.

Industry Engagement & Strategic Partnerships: Cultivated high-impact partnerships with leading industry players, securing internship and career opportunities for students, while boosting the department's reputation as a thought leader in the media space.

Academic Excellence & Faculty Leadership: Delivered engaging courses on branding, storytelling, media ethics, and communication theories, fostering critical thinking, innovation, and academic excellence. Managed faculty teams, overseeing curriculum development and ensuring adherence to high educational standards.

Advisory & Mentorship: Served as the faculty advisor for the Society of Professional Journalists, mentoring the next generation of media professionals, and guiding them in developing leadership skills and professional networks.

Program & Student Engagement: Founded and launched the George Mason Communication Ambassador Program, enhancing the department’s visibility and fostering student engagement through public relations and outreach initiatives.

Operational Leadership & Strategic Growth: Managed the journalism department’s budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources, and collaborated with university leadership on strategic decisions that supported program expansion and growth.

Thought Leadership & Conference Presentations: Regularly presented at national conferences on trends in digital media and education, positioning the program as a leader in the evolving field of journalism.

Committee Leadership: Actively participated in university committees, advocating for innovation, program growth, and academic excellence, while contributing to broader institutional initiatives.

STRATEGIC & EDITORIAL LEADERSHIP ROLES, Washington, DC MA CT NY 1994-2010

Accomplished strategic communications leader with a proven history in high-level editorial roles across major academic, media, and defense sectors. Demonstrated expertise in driving impactful communications strategies, collaborating closely with prominent leaders in government, defense, and academia, while managing complex projects and producing influential content.

Key Achievements:

Head of Communications, Harvard University – John F. Kennedy School of Government: Led communications strategies for one of the nation's premier policy schools, collaborating closely with esteemed figures such as Graham Allison and the late Ash Carter, former Secretary of Defense. Oversaw high-level messaging and thought leadership that positioned the school at the forefront of public policy and defense education.

Investigative Journalism & Editorial Leadership: Held senior editorial positions at leading publications such as Inside Washington Publishers, Inside the Navy, Proceedings, Seapower, The Journal of Electronic Defense, Satellite Orbit, and DirectTV, providing in-depth coverage on critical issues related to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and global defense topics.

Global Defense & Aerospace Coverage: Reported extensively on major global defense and aerospace events, including the Paris Airshow, traveling with the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) and U.S. Marine Corps Commandant to cover strategic military developments.

Author & Thought Leader: Authored multiple published works, including both fiction and non-fiction books, and the second edition of the university textbook What’s the Story? The Art of Writing & Communication, widely adopted in academic settings for its approach to storytelling and communication.

Academic Leadership & Speaking Engagements: Served as a distinguished speaker at Harvard Business School, offering insights on strategic communication in complex environments. Held adjunct faculty positions at American University and Marist College, teaching courses in communication, media, and leadership.

Strategic Messaging & Crisis Communications: Played a key role in shaping communications strategies during pivotal events in national defense and international relations, ensuring that messaging aligned with broader organizational goals and public policy initiatives.

BOARDS & PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Executive Board Member, Fast Company, 2024–Present

Contributing thought leadership on innovation, organizational growth, and industry trends to a leading platform for business executives.

Forbes Business Council Member & Forbes Thought Leader, 2021–2025

Recognized for strategic insights and contributions on leadership, business innovation, and executive development; regularly featured in thought-leadership articles.

Forbes Women Executive Council - Featured in Forbes for exceptional leadership and impact as a women executive shaping the future of business.

Attendee, McKinsey’s How CEOs Learn to Lead from the Inside Out

Engaged in a transformative leadership program with top global executives to refine skills and insights on CEO-level decision-making and leadership excellence.

Book Review Contributor, Forbes

Authored a review of McKinsey’s CEO Excellence, offering expert analysis on the book’s application to executive leadership.

Founding Member & Donor, Board of Directors, Loudoun Serenity House

Played a key role in establishing and supporting an organization focused on mental health and community well-being.

Board of Directors & Advisor, The Ernest Hemingway Foundation, 2022

Provide strategic guidance on the foundation’s initiatives and its efforts to preserve the legacy of Ernest Hemingway.

Insight Board Member, George Mason University, Department of Communication

Advise on curriculum development, industry partnerships, and departmental strategy to enhance academic and professional outcomes for students.

Faculty Advisor, Society of Professional Journalists

Mentor and support the next generation of journalists, providing guidance on media ethics, leadership, and professional growth.

Speaker, Renaissance Weekend

Delivered impactful keynote addresses to 800 global leaders on leadership, personal growth, and navigating complex organizational landscapes.

USA Today Bestselling Author, Simon and Schuster

Authored multiple bestsellers, recognized for impactful storytelling and thought leadership in personal development and business.

Business Member, Eastern Shore of Virginia Chamber of Commerce

Actively engage with local business leaders to drive economic growth and community development on the Eastern Shore.

Certified in Business Mastery, Tony Robbins Research Institute

Completed an intensive program focused on business strategy, leadership, and operational excellence.

Certified in Power of Awareness, University of California, Berkeley & The Awareness Training Institute

Specialization in mindfulness and awareness practices, integrating principles from the Greater Good Science Center to foster emotional intelligence and leadership resilience.

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