“Transparency and Open Communication Are the Keys to Success.”
Jennifer Lubivy is an accomplished in equity administration whose career reflects more than two decades of dedication to operational excellence, compliance, employee/customer service and organizational growth. With over twenty-six years of professional experience spanning public companies, private enterprises, and consulting with organizations. With sixteen years established herself as a trusted leader in stock/equity administration, SOX compliance, and cross-functional collaborations for business operations. Her professional journey demonstrates a consistent ability to bridge technical expertise, helping organizations navigate complex environments while fostering transparency, accountability, and sustainable growth within stock/equity administration.
Throughout her career, Jennifer has built a reputation for being a highly dependable and solutions-oriented leader who thrives in environments where precision, governance, and collaboration are essential. Her expertise has been developed through hands-on roles supporting executive teams, compensation committees, boards of directors, finance organizations, legal departments, and human resources functions. Her work has consistently contributed to strengthening internal controls, enhancing operational efficiencies, and ensuring organizations maintain the highest standards of compliance and shareholder service.
Previously served as Senior Manager of Stock Administration at Dynavax Technologies, Jennifer lead the administration of both domestic and international equity programs, end-to-end processes overseeing grants, exercises, restricted stock units, performance stock units, employee stock purchase program, payroll tax calculations, and executive trading compliance. In this role, she managed critical relationships with transfer agents, brokers, and external partners while supporting executive leadership with compensation committee reporting, CEO approval materials, and employee equity education. Her contributions extend beyond administration into strategic governance initiatives, including Section 16 reporting, proxy and D&O support, stock-based compensation reporting, and acquisition integration activities. Through her leadership, Jennifer helped ensure that equity programs remain aligned with corporate objectives while maintaining rigorous compliance standards.
Jennifer’s expertise in equity administration and compliance has positioned her as a key contributor to public company reporting and regulatory processes. She has extensive experience supporting quarterly and annual financial reporting, including equity footnotes, stock compensation disclosures, weighted average shares outstanding calculations, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements. Her understanding of SEC regulations, insider trading policies, executive compensation reporting, and equity accounting enables her to provide valuable insight to leadership teams navigating equity administration environments.
Prior to joining Dynavax Technologies, Jennifer held management position at iRhythm Technologies, where she managed global stock administration operations and guided equity programs across multiple jurisdictions. During her tenure, she oversaw all aspects of equity compensation administration, including grants, exercises, employee stock purchase plans, executive compensation programs, and regulatory reporting requirements. She also played an instrumental role in policy development, employee education initiatives, audit preparation, and executive support. Her ability to align operational processes with strategic organizational goals contributed significantly to the effectiveness and scalability of the company’s equity administration framework.
Jennifer’s professional experience also includes positions with Credit Karma, Digital Realty, Stock & Option Solutions, Synopsys, and bebe stores, where she gained valuable exposure to a wide range of industries, organizational structures, and business models. These experiences allowed her to develop a comprehensive understanding of both public and private company operations while refining her expertise in financial reporting, equity administration, compliance management, process improvement, and shareholder engagement. Working across organizations of varying sizes and stages of growth has equipped her with a unique perspective on how governance structures evolve and how effective leadership can support sustainable business expansion.
One of Jennifer’s defining strengths is her ability to leverage technology and process improvement to enhance organizational performance. Throughout her career, she has worked extensively with industry-leading equity administration platforms, transfer agent systems, human resources technologies, SEC filing platforms, and financial reporting tools. Her proficiency in implementing automation solutions, improving data integrity, streamlining workflows, and strengthening reporting capabilities has enabled organizations to reduce risk while improving operational efficiency. Her attention to detail, combined with her forward-thinking mindset, allows her to identify opportunities for improvement that create lasting value.
Jennifer’s educational background reflects her commitment to lifelong learning and professional development. She earned a Master of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix, building a strong foundation in leadership, finance, strategy, and organizational management. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Industrial and Product Design from San Francisco State University, a discipline that strengthened her analytical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving capabilities. Further demonstrating her commitment to professional excellence, she earned the Certified Equity Professional (CEP) Level 1 designation, reinforcing her specialized expertise within the equity compensation field.
Throughout her career, Jennifer has demonstrated a passion for developing others and fostering collaborative workplace cultures. She has led employee training initiatives, supported new hire onboarding programs, and created educational resources that help employees better understand equity compensation and corporate policies. Her approachable leadership style and commitment to open communication have enabled her to build strong relationships across organizations while empowering teams to achieve shared goals. Colleagues frequently recognize her ability to translate complex concepts into practical guidance, making her a trusted advisor and mentor.
Jennifer’s global mindset is further enhanced by her passion for travel, food, and experiencing different cultures, she brings a broad perspective that is increasingly valuable in today’s interconnected business environment. Her appreciation for diversity and cultural understanding strengthens her ability to build meaningful relationships and contribute thoughtfully to organizations operating in global markets.
As she explores opportunities to serve on corporate boards and advisory boards, Jennifer is motivated by a desire to apply her experience in governance, compliance, equity compensation, and operations at a strategic level. She recognizes the growing importance of effective board oversight in today’s dynamic business landscape and believes her background offers a unique perspective that can help organizations strengthen governance practices, manage risk, and create long-term shareholder value. Her combination of technical expertise, leadership experience, and commitment to transparency positions her as a valuable addition to organizations seeking informed and engaged board leadership.
Jennifer’s personal philosophy—“Transparency and Open Communication Are the Keys to Success”—has served as a guiding principle throughout her career. Whether leading complex compliance initiatives, collaborating with executive teams, supporting employees, or advising organizational leadership, she consistently demonstrates integrity, accountability, and a commitment to building trust. These qualities, combined with her extensive professional expertise, make her a respected leader whose contributions continue to create meaningful impact across every organization she serves.
Character:
Jennifer demonstrates integrity in every aspect of her professional life and consistently prioritizes ethical decision-making. She is known for building trust through accountability, reliability, and transparency. Her commitment to collaboration and respect for others enables her to foster strong relationships across all levels of an organization.
Knowledge:
She possesses expertise in equity compensation, corporate governance, SEC compliance, and financial reporting. Her extensive experience across multiple industries provides her with a comprehensive understanding of business operations and organizational growth. She continuously expands her knowledge and applies it to solve complex challenges and improve organizational performance.
Strategic:
Jennifer approaches every opportunity with a long-term perspective focused on sustainable success. She excels at identifying operational improvements, mitigating risks, and aligning processes with organizational objectives. Her ability to connect technical details with broader business goals enables her to contribute meaningful strategic insight.
Communication:
An effective communicator who translates complex regulatory and financial concepts into understandable guidance. She values transparency and open dialogue, creating environments where collaboration and informed decision-making can thrive. Her ability to engage diverse stakeholders makes her a trusted advisor, educator, and leader.
