Jeanne d'Ornellas Thorel moved to the United States from the United Kingdom in 2017. After a brief term working for Harvard’s Cooper Gallery for African American Art, Jeanne developed a passion for social justice and a desire to work in the nonprofit sector. Jeanne has several years of experience in higher-ed and administration, at offices such as Boston University's Office of the President and the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Northeastern University.

Prior to joining Lionheart as a volunteer in 2020, Jeanne put much of her time into various community service projects by volunteering for organizations that aim to serve at-risk children and adults. As Outreach Coordinator for Lionheart, Jeanne works closely the Director of Partnerships to expand use and awareness of Lionheart’s transformative programs through various marketing, outreach, and customer relations management efforts.

Jeanne has a bachelor's degree in psychology from Boston University and recently earned a master's degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Northeastern University. She also received a graduate certificate in Nonprofit Sector, Philanthropy, and Social Change from Northeastern University.