Jennifer Sanders

Anchor | Reporter at KXAN-TV

Jennifer Sanders is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of the North Texas Innovation Alliance (NTXIA), a role she has held since January 2020. The NTXIA is a 501(c)(3) consortium that includes various public, private, civic, and academic organizations, aiming to develop and implement a regional strategy for creating a smart, connected, and resilient North Texas. This initiative is notable for being one of the largest of its kind in the United States, focusing on improving quality of life, economic development, and resource efficiency through data and technology.1

Professional Background::

Dallas Innovation Alliance: Before her current role at NTXIA, Sanders co-founded the Dallas Innovation Alliance in September 2015 and has served as its Executive Director since March 2016.
InnoCity Partners: She is also the Chief Executive Officer of InnoCity Partners, a consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations develop smart city solutions.1
Previous Experience: Sanders has a strong background in communications and strategic consulting, having worked with various organizations in roles that emphasize coalition-building and innovation.1

Education and Recognition:: Jennifer holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Virginia. She has received multiple accolades for her contributions to innovation and leadership, including the UN Day Global Leadership Award for her work related to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.1

Experience

Anchor | Reporter at KXAN-TV (June 2020 - Present)

Adjunct Professor at Newhouse School, Syracuse University (June 2018 - June 2020); Morning News Anchor at Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (March 2015 - June 2020); Anchor/Reporter at Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (February 2012 - March 2015); Reporter/Host at 12 Media KXII Television (January 2011 - February 2012); Associate Producer/Web Producer at Tribune Broadcasting (September 2009 - January 2011)

Education

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Journalism from University of North Texas (2007 - 2009); Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communication and Media Studies/Spanish from Texas Lutheran (2003 - 2007)