Jennifer Harlan
About Jennifer Harlan
Jennifer Harlan serves as the Vice President of Speechwriting and Executive Communications at City National Bank, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in communications and a focus on social justice and diversity initiatives, she provides coaching and develops messaging for executives.
Work at City National Bank
Jennifer Harlan has been serving as the Vice President of Speechwriting and Executive Communications at City National Bank since 2022. In her role, she is responsible for crafting messaging and talking points for the CEO and other top executives, ensuring effective communication during media interviews and public appearances. Harlan focuses on themes such as social justice issues and economic outlook in her speechwriting. Additionally, she develops executive communications that address diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Harlan also creates social media content to enhance executive communications, contributing to the bank's overall messaging strategy.
Previous Experience in Communications
Prior to her current position, Jennifer Harlan held various roles in communications and public relations. She worked at City National Bank as Vice President of PR and External Communications from 2019 to 2021. Before that, she served as Director of Marketing at Rapid Ratings International from 2013 to 2015. Harlan also gained experience as an Account Director at Highwire PR from 2015 to 2019 and as an Account Manager at Articulate Communications Inc. from 2011 to 2013. Her career began as a Copywriter at Moncur from 2008 to 2010, followed by a role as a Writer at Diversified Industrial Staffing.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Harlan studied at the University of Michigan, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and French. She furthered her education at Aix-Marseille University, focusing on French Literature and participating in a Semester Abroad program. Harlan's academic background provides her with a strong foundation in language and communication, which she applies in her professional roles, particularly in speechwriting and executive communications.
Coaching and Executive Support
In her current role, Jennifer Harlan provides coaching and feedback to executives on their speeches and public appearances. This aspect of her work involves preparing leaders for effective communication, ensuring that their messages resonate with audiences. Harlan's expertise in crafting speeches and developing communication strategies supports the executives in conveying their vision and addressing key issues, including diversity, equity, and inclusion.