Elaine Jones

Chief Operating Officer

Elaine Jones joined the Allen Institute in 2005 as Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee the Institute’s non-scientific business operations. Jones' accomplishments include experience in both the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors. Her expertise extends to restructuring operations, establishing financial strategies and improving the effectiveness of corporate marketing. Jones has focused on start-up and turnaround situations, as well as the integration of acquisitions. Previously, Jones worked at The Picower Institute for Medical Research, a 501(c)(3) in New York, where she served as COO. She has also worked for PHH, a Fortune 500 service organization, as Vice President of Marketing and then as Senior Vice President of Operations. Jones has had assignments in the medical field at Beckman Instruments, Nichols Institute, and Genzyme with responsibilities encompassing training, product development and strategic planning. Jones graduated from the University of Bridgeport with a B.S. in medical technology.