Jennifer Smoter | Chief Communications & Governance Officer

Jennifer Smoter is the chief communications & governance officer of Takeda, leading a centralized Global Communications & Governance organization covering internal and external communications, brand leadership, a governance center of excellence, sustainability and CEO chief of staff responsibilities. Jennifer is responsible for safeguarding the company’s brand and reputation, deepening trust with stakeholders, and helping shape the external environment in support of Takeda’s strategy. She also ensures strong corporate governance, including close coordination with Takeda’s Board of Directors.

Jennifer joined Takeda in 2026 and brings nearly three decades of diverse experience in communications, corporate affairs, brand and community and social responsibility. Most recently, Jennifer served as chief communications officer at UnitedHealth Group, where she led a team through advancing the company’s reputation and navigating complex challenges.

Previously, she served as chief external affairs officer at Intellia Therapeutics and held numerous senior communications and brand roles at AbbVie and Abbott Laboratories.

Jennifer holds a bachelor's degree from Alverno College and was inducted into the PR Week Hall of Fame in 2024. She is a World 50 Communications member, an Arthur W. Page Society for Communications Professionals seminarian. Jennifer sits on the board of Reversal Therapeutics.

Jennifer and her husband are proud parents to three children, and she is based in Boston.