Jessica Zhao

Jessica Zhao is currently serving as the Senior Director of Strategy & Business Development at Paramount (formerly ViacomCBS).1 She has a diverse professional background in strategy, business development, and operations across various industries.

Career Highlights

• Paramount: Senior Director, Strategy & Business Development (February 2022 - Present)1
• ViacomCBS: Held various roles including Senior Director and Director of Strategy & Business Development (January 2020 - February 2022)1
• Viacom: Director, Strategy & Business Development (July 2019 - January 2020)1
• Whitney Museum of American Art: Special Director of Strategy & Planning (July 2018 - June 2019)1
• General Assembly: Held multiple positions including Enterprise Operations Manager and Education Account Manager (September 2013 - July 2016)1
• Barclays Capital: Investment Banking Analyst (June 2012 - September 2013)1

Education

• Harvard Business School: Master of Business Administration (MBA)1
• Cornell University: BA1
• The Pingry School: High School Diploma, Cum Laude1

Jessica's career trajectory showcases her expertise in strategy and business development, particularly in the media and entertainment industry. Her experience spans from investment banking to education technology before focusing on media strategy at Viacom and now Paramount.