Dr. Jennifer Berry
Dr. Jennifer Berry is the CEO of SmartLab, a pioneer in hands-on, project-based STEM learning. With over a decade of leadership in education and $100 million in P&L responsibility across the social impact and tech sectors, she empowers students and educators through innovation.
Previously, she served as Chief Operating Officer at Presence, a leader in online special education services, and held executive roles with After-School All-Stars, Quantum Learning Network, and Kaplan.
A passionate advocate for STEM identity and equity, Dr. Berry believes students aren’t born with a STEM mindset—they build it through authentic, hands-on learning experiences that connect classrooms to real-world problem-solving.
She holds a Doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from USC, an MPA from Cal State Fresno, and a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Arizona.