Jennifer Stefanopoulos
Program Coach @Dunin-Deshpande Innovation Centre At Queen\'s University
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WORK HISTORY
Program Coach @Dunin-Deshpande Innovation Centre At Queen\'s University
Kingston, ON, CA
Provided one-on-one coaching to early-stage tech founders, guiding venture validation, lean startup execution, and pitch development, resulting in stronger investor-ready presentations and program progression.Analyzed participant feedback and ecosystem trends to inform program improvements, contributing to enhanced participant outcomes and satisfaction.Supported planning and delivery of the Final Pitch Competition, coordinating logistics and stakeholder engagement to ensure a high-quality experience.
EDUCATION
Concordia University
Honours, English Literature
University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Innovation and Marketing
SKILLS
ABOUT JENNIFER STEFANOPOULOS
I’m an operations and events leader with 7+ years of experience delivering high-impact programs and large-scale events across academic, nonprofit, and innovation-driven organizations.Currently, I serve as Lead Event Coordinator at the University of Ottawa, where I plan and execute complex on- and off-campus events for 300+ attendees. I manage end-to-end delivery — strategy, budgets, logistics, vendors, teams, and on-site execution — while tracking KPIs and using data to continuously improve outcomes and stakeholder engagement.Previously, I held senior operations roles at Kingston WritersFest, including Operations Manager and Interim Artistic Director, overseeing festival delivery, off-season programming,$300K+ budgets, board reporting, and cross-functional teams. I’ve also supported entrepreneurs and innovation ecosystems through roles with Queen’s University, Ontario Centre of Innovation, and Angel Investors Ontario.I thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments where strong operations, strategic events, and meaningful partnerships drive real impact.Core strengths: Operations & Event Strategy | Program Management | Budget Oversight | Stakeholder Engagement | Team Leadership | KPI Reporting
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