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Jessica Ehrlich’s Biography

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Jessica D. Ehrlich is a skilled executive with over two decades of experience in a diverse range of specialist fields including communication, law, business, federal and state government, and investment finance.

Jessica is the COO of Roivant Social Ventures, the new social-impact arm of biotech Roivant Sciences. She uses her comprehensive skillset, strategic mindset and experience gained at Fortune 500 companies to further the organization’s operations, build business and marketing plans and further company fundraising programs.

Jessica started her career as a Corporate Communication Executive for Cartier in New York, where she was responsible for the development and implementation of marketing strategies across North America. Her ability to drive revenue, organize business structure and build communication strategies across media continued into other stints working for The Estée Lauder Companies and Goldman Sachs where she worked in investment research. Following her work as a legislative counsel in the United States Congress where she focused on financial services policy, she... Jessica D. Ehrlich is a skilled executive with over two decades of experience in a diverse range of specialist fields including communication, law, business, federal and state government, and investment finance.

Jessica is the COO of Roivant Social Ventures, the new social-impact arm of biotech Roivant Sciences. She uses her comprehensive skillset, strategic mindset and experience gained at Fortune 500 companies to further the organization’s operations, build business and marketing plans and further company fundraising programs.

Jessica started her career as a Corporate Communication Executive for Cartier in New York, where she was responsible for the development and implementation of marketing strategies across North America. Her ability to drive revenue, organize business structure and build communication strategies across media continued into other stints working for The Estée Lauder Companies and Goldman Sachs where she worked in investment research. Following her work as a legislative counsel in the United States Congress where she focused on financial services policy, she spent several years working at Bloomberg, where she identified and led digital product strategies and business development for BGOV and BLAW.

Jessica was recognized as a Glamour Magazine’s Woman of the Year for Women in Politics, noted for her communications and fundraising in her campaign for US Congress. She was recognized the following year as a Leader in the Law by the Florida Association of Women Lawyers.

As a spokeswoman and thought leader on topics related to political policies and financial issues, Jessica was a featured contributor for news outlets including SKY News, SIRIUS XM, MSNBC, FOX News, FOX Business and CNBC Europe for almost a decade.

An attorney licensed in the state of Florida, Jessica pursued advanced education in International Relations and Law by completing programs in France, Italy and Greece and having a fellowship in international human rights law. moreless

Jessica Ehrlich’s Newsfeed

Mayor Bowser and U.S. Department of Treasury Announce DC REACh Initiative

Jessica Ehrlich played a key role in the DISB's DC REACh Initiative which seeks to level the playing field by improving access to capital and credit for people living in Washington.

Jessica Ehrlich’s Background

Roivant Social Ventures

Chief Operating Officer

Mar 2022 - Present

Roivant Social Ventures is a social impact organization founded by Roivant Sciences, a publicly traded, biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of medicines and healthcare technologies to patients. It uses innovation in technology and science to work towards a future where everyone has the right and ability to access medicine and medical care.

District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities & Banking

Mayoral Service Appointee

Jan 2021 - Feb 2022

By implementing the District of Columbia’s securities, insurance and banking laws, rules and regulations, the DISB oversees financial-service enterprises in the District. It assures that DC residents have access to a diverse range of banking, securities and insurance services and goods, and that the persons and companies who provide these services treat them fairly.

Law Office of Jessica D. Ehrlich

Attorney at Law

Jan 2014 - Dec 2020

St. Petersburg, FL, USA

The Law Office of Jessica D. Ehrlich was located in St. Petersburg, Florida. It handled family issues such as wills and trusts, child custody and divorce, as well as business-oriented services such as partnership agreements and real estate.

Jessica Ehrlich for US Congress

Candidate for US Congress

Jan 2012 - Dec 2013

Jessica was a Congressional candidate for Florida's 13th District and Pinellas County with the goal of strengthening the middle class, creating jobs and supporting seniors. She created a Political Action Committee and built coalitions across the country, including endorsements and support from labor unions, House leadership, DCCC, Emily’s List, WUFPAC, and more.

Bloomberg L.P.

Product Director, BGOV & BLAW

Jan 2009 - Dec 2011

New York, NY, USA

Bloomberg is a media company at the forefront of financial and business data, insight and news, globally. Jessica worked across teams to develop, design and implement the first non-terminal, web based products to further the business and provide the best possible customer experience.

US House of Representatives

Legislative Counsel

Jan 2006 - Dec 2008

Washington, DC, USA

The US House of Representatives is the lower house of Congress. Jessica was Counsel to Congressmen for Massachusetts and Florida on the Task Force on Terrorism & Proliferation Financing, the House Committee on Oversight & Government Reform, the House Committee on Ways and Means, and the House Financial Services Committee.

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.

Global Investment Research

Nov 1999 - Aug 2002

New York, NY, USA

Goldman Sachs is a top global financial services company and investment bank. While at the firm, Jessica developed strategy to increase the brand's market leadership, creating and maintaining financial charts, models and industry reports supporting expert research.

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.

Corporate Contributions, Executive Management

Jan 1999 - Oct 1999

Based in New York, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is a global manufacturer of fragrance, makeup, skin- and hair care products. Jessica pinpointed and expanded on ways to improve giving and corporate social responsibility initiatives across all divisions globally.

Cartier International

Corporate Communications

Jan 1997 - Jan 1999

Founded in 1847 in Paris, Cartier International is a luxury goods maker that makes, distributes and trades watches and jewelry. Jessica worked on marketing strategy for commercial fragrances, watches and jewelry in Canada and the United States.

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Jessica Ehrlich’s Gallery

Democratic analyst Jessica Ehrlich appears on Fox News.

At the Glamour Magazine Women of the Year event. From Left to Right: Jessica Ehrlich, Susannah Wellford (WUFPAC), Congresswoman Grace Meng, Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, Senator Kyrsten Sinema and Jessica Grounds (WUFPAC).

Jessica Ehrlich with Florida politician Patrick Murphy.

Jessica Ehrlich meets with seniors at an On Top Of The World Women's Club meeting

Jessica Ehrlich attends a Press Conference in 2013 while running for US congress.

Other Business Interests

Democratic Analyst & Financial News Commentator

Feb 2014 - Jan 2021

Jessica featured on radio and television as a political commentator and analyst on economic, foreign and national economic policy, appearing on channels such as FOX News and Business, SIRIUS XM, SKY News, MSNBC and CNBC Europe. She regularly appeared on shows such as Cavuto, America’s Newsroom and The O’Reilly Factor.

Media

“They’re throwing spaghetti at the wall.”

Political strategist

Nov 2020

Jessica tells Sky News that several of the legal cases concerning election fraud that Donald Trump has made have not had legal standing.

Expect a recount in Georgia with candidates ‘breathtakingly close,’ Democratic strategist says

Political Strategist

Nov 2020

In a conversation with CNBC, Democratic strategist Jessica Ehrlich discusses new developments in the 2020 presidential race in the United States.

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Memberships

Florida Association of Women Lawyers

Member

Jan 2012 - Present

The organization seeks to advance women lawyers into social, economic and leadership roles, and to promote gender equality in the judiciary, legal profession and wider society.

The Florida Bar

Member

Tallahassee, FL, USA

The Florida Bar is an association of all attorneys who have been granted permission by the Florida Supreme Court to practice law in the state.

Awards & Endorsements

Glamour Woman of the Year Awards

Woman of the Year Award for Women in Politics

Nov 2012

New York, NY, USA

Jessica was honored for her role in the political sphere at the 2012 Glamour Women of the Year Awards, held at Carnegie Hall in NYC.

Florida Association of Women Lawyers

Leader in the Law Award

2013

Jessica was honored with a Leader in the Law Award from the Florida Association of Women Lawyers for her tireless work and commitment to the law profession.

Specialist Courses

Syracuse University's DIPA Program in Florence

International Relations and Affairs

Florence, IT

Jessica studied International Relations and Affairs in Florence, Italy, as part of Syracuse University's DIPA Program (since renamed Syracuse Abroad). Founded in 1870, the university is a private research institute in New York. Its SU Abroad Centers offer academic programs in centers across the globe.

Tulane University Law School | Rhodes Program

Maritime Law Enforcement

Rhodes, GR

Greece's legal traditions and the history of the island of Rhodes and its sea laws make the island the ideal destination to gain insight into maritime legal affairs. Since 1980, Tulane Law School has sponsored summer sessions on the island.

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Jessica Ehrlich’s Education

SMU Dedman School of Law

JD

Vanderbilt University

BA | European Studies and English