Jennifer Wong

Jennifer L. Wong, EdD

Jennifer L. Wong is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in workforce development, learning strategy and organizational improvement within public sector organizations. She has demonstrated proven expertise in executing strategic initiatives to improve long-term planning, drive cost savings and enhance customer experience through innovation. 

Dr. Wong retired in 2025 after serving in multiple federal agencies. Most recently, as the Assistant Chief Learning Officer (Strategy) at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, she was responsible for analyzing and assessing department-wide workforce development requirements and initiatives. As an Education Program Director in the Office of Personnel Management’s Center for Leadership Development, she oversaw the management and administration of more than a dozen training and leadership development programs.

Additionally, Dr. Wong was the Chief, Workforce Development and Training Branch for a technical, statistical agency where she served as the principal advisor for human resources development. Prior to this she directed the Learning and Development Division within the Office of Administration, Executive Office of the President where she provided strategic consultation and guidance on employee development and awards programs.

Dr. Wong began her public service in the United States Army, serving both as an Engineer and Human Resources Officer, where she held diverse leadership, training and human resources positions. She earned her Doctor of Education in Human and Organizational Learning from The George Washington University. Her dissertation research examined how social network structures affect organizational learning. She holds a Master of Arts Degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations. Her certifications include Myers-Briggs (MBTI), EQ-i 2.0/ EQ 360, FIRO-B, the Leader Network Diagnostic and Four Lenses. Dr. Wong is also a certified mindfulness coach.