JPL Executive and Leadership Team

Revina Avanisian, the Head Chief Financial Officer, Financial Strategy, Planning & Analysis Office of at JPL, architects the financial strategy and planning for the organization. Overseeing the financial analysis office, Avanisian ensures robust fiscal management and strategic resource allocation for JPL's extensive mission portfolio. This critical role involves developing long-term financial models and driving fiscal responsibility across all operational areas, from robotic planetary spacecraft construction to Deep Space Network management. By providing insightful financial guidance, Revina Avanisian directly supports the sustainable execution of NASA's ambitious scientific objectives. The strategic financial planning ensures JPL's continued leadership in space exploration and technological advancement.

Michele Verdugo, the Executive Staff Coordinator for the Office of the Chief Financial Officer at JPL, provides essential coordination and support for financial strategy and operations. Verdugo facilitates communication and workflow management within the Chief Financial Officer's office, ensuring seamless execution of financial planning and analysis initiatives. This position is vital for maintaining the operational cadence required for JPL's complex projects, including robotic planetary spacecraft development and the management of the Deep Space Network. By supporting the financial leadership, Michele Verdugo directly contributes to the efficient allocation of resources for NASA's scientific missions. The role ensures that administrative processes within the finance office align with JPL's overarching goals of exploration and discovery.

Lisa Haber, the Chief of Staff & Director, Administration at JPL, directs administrative functions and provides strategic support to executive leadership. Overseeing departmental operations, Haber ensures efficient resource allocation and policy implementation across JPL. This leadership role involves managing key administrative processes that underpin the laboratory's complex research and development activities. By streamlining internal workflows, Lisa Haber directly contributes to the operational effectiveness of JPL's Earth-orbit, astronomy, and planetary spacecraft missions. The focus remains on optimizing administrative support to facilitate groundbreaking scientific endeavors and maintain the integrity of NASA's Deep Space Network operations.

Jackie Clennan-Price, the Executive Deputy Director, JPL Operations, Chief Human Resources Officer at JPL, drives operational excellence and oversees human capital management. Leading JPL Operations and the Chief Human Resources Officer function, Clennan-Price ensures the effective deployment of resources and talent across all mission-critical activities. This leadership position is pivotal in managing the workforce that designs, builds, and operates robotic spacecraft for Earth-orbit, astronomy, and planetary exploration. By focusing on human resources strategy, Jackie Clennan-Price directly supports the development of a highly skilled and motivated team essential for NASA's scientific endeavors. The operational oversight ensures that JPL's infrastructure and personnel are optimized for continued success in deep space communication and exploration.