Jenna Lanza, Ed.D., MPA

Special Operations Veteran

Pinebluff, North Carolina, United States

About

As a battle-tested leader forged through 14 years of distinguished service in the US Army Special Operations Forces, I cultivated an unyielding commitment to discipline, resilience, and mission-driven empowerment, core strengths that ignited my passion for education and propelled me as a relentless lifelong learner. I earned a Master’s in Public Administration with a concentration in Human Resource Management from Troy University and recently culminated my academic journey by completing a Doctorate in Education from the University of Miami. However, my pursuit of knowledge is unending, and I am fiercely dedicated to mentoring and empowering others to conquer their own academic journeys. I am a strategic communicator and tactician, with a proven track record in high-stakes environments demanding precision and empathy. My post military experience working for orthopedic surgeon Dr. John Moore has honed my ability to translate complex needs into clear, actionable plans and procedures to various clientele types and ability levels. These unique encounters have continued to fuel my passion for education and advance opportunities for all learner types, especially adult learners and those facing learning challenges or systemic barriers.

Experience

  • Administrative Assistant at GILL TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS INC
    Mar 2026 - Present · 5 mos

  • Medical Administrator at John R Moore, IV MD
    Oct 2024 - Mar 2026 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • Animal Care Technician at Carolina Town & Country
    May 2024 - Oct 2025 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • Civil Affairs Senior Sergeant at 83rd Civil Affairs Battalion
    2021 - 2024 · 3 yrs

  • Civil Affairs Senior Sergeant at 95th Civil Affairs Brigade (Airborne) - US Army
    2013 - 2021 · 8 yrs