Jenna Lightbody

Marketing Lead

As Marketing Lead, Jenna spends her days spreading the gospel of good governance. She develops thoughtful and strategic marketing approaches that support Watson’s business goals and works alongside governance experts to craft content that reflects Watson’s deep expertise.

Professional superpower

"Shaping complex ideas into compelling narratives"

Favourite saying

“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou

Best question

"So what?”

Experience and Credentials

  • Bachelor of Arts, English Literature from the University of British Columbia
  • Joined Watson in October, 2021
  • Worked for five years at the University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine Division of Continuing Professional Development, developing and delivering coaching and mentoring programs for rural physicians in British Columbia
  • At Watson, developed the BC Police Boards Training Program, a first-of-its-kind governance education program for municipal police board members in British Columbia
  • Completed continuing professional development courses in creative writing, technical writing, editing, and graphic design through the University of British Columbia and the British Columbia Institute of Technology

Contact Jenna Lightbody

Our Thoughts on Boards

View All Insights
View Article
Barb Schimnowsky Nov 11, 2026
Building for Generations: How Four Cornerstones Capital Is Strengthening Its Governance

Four Cornerstones Capital is a subsidiary of Phaze 3 Associates, a Toronto-based family office focused on real estate development, private equity,

View Article
Rachel O'Connor Oct 29, 2026
Shaping the Future with Michele Romanow

In our Shaping the Future With… series, we explore the perspectives of leaders helping shape the future of governance. In

View Article
Sara Boulet Oct 16, 2026
The Chair Your Family Enterprise Needs Next

Choosing the next Chair in a family enterprise is rarely as simple as identifying the strongest candidate. The right skills