Jayani Alles

Experience

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  Engage Media

  Jan 2003 - Oct 2004

  Business Development Manager

  • Connected food and hospitality clients with online media opportunities• Developed network of sites in the Hospitality industry, and placed clients strategically within that network

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  Burbio.com

  Jan 2017 - Jul 2017

  Community Engagement Manager

  Launched revenue-driving community engagement initiatives across 20+ communities.

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  The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

  Oct 2017 - Nov 2024

  • Spearheaded an inaugural organization-wide idea crowdsourcing initiative focused on enhancing patient nutrition, earning Fast Company Best Workplaces for Innovators recognition: https://www.fastcompany.com/90919082/new-ideas-to-help-cancer-patients• Served as project lead for multiple innovation initiatives, including design sprints, driving significant revenue growth opportunities within patient health & wellness and philanthropy • Created, cultivated, and managed a community of 85+ new innovators, unlocking revenue generating ideas across the organization• Supervised collegiate partnerships with a 10-member student consulting group from UC Berkeley, and 12 Executive Ed students from Johns Hopkins University resulting in robust strategies surrounding new audience engagement • Established trusted relationships with stakeholders, garnering support for innovation initiatives• Managed & facilitated 12 internal listening engagements, informing the organization's 3-year strategic plan• Directed the development of the innovation team's intranet site, communicating the team’s values and work to 950+ employees• Led the development of a hybrid workplace model, providing a framework for boosting employee engagement and enhancing workplace culture Show less • Led vision and mission development, expanding team from 6 to 40 members in one year.• Launched APIDMA inclusion initiatives, fostering a sense of belonging for 40+ colleagues.• Curated professional development resources, driving members’ career growth and advancement. • Provided expertise on APIDMA issues, influencing inclusive company policies.• Advocated internally for greater inclusion of APIDMA health data in decisions impacting health equity• Developed impactful DEI content and guided APIDMA messaging, ensuring cultural sensitivity and relevance in internal communications. Show less

  • Innovation Manager

    Jul 2021 - Nov 2024

  • Asian Pacific Islander Desi Middle Eastern American (APIDMA) ERG Founding Leader

    Jan 2021 - Jan 2024

  • Campaign Development Manager

    Oct 2017 - Jun 2021