Jane D. Hartley

Jane D. Hartley is an American businesswoman and diplomat who has served as the United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom since 2022. She previously served as the United States Ambassador to France and concurrently as United States Ambassador to Monaco from 2014 to 2017 during the Obama administration. Hartley's career spans decades in the private sector, primarily in media and economic consulting, before her appointments to key diplomatic posts in Europe.

Early life and education

Jane Dudley Hartley was born on October 2, 1950, in New York City. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Her early professional experience included work in television production at CBS News and NBC News, providing a foundation in media and communications.

Career

Hartley's business career began in earnest when she co-founded the economic consulting firm The Observatory Group in 2000, serving as its CEO. Prior to that, she held significant roles at Lehman Brothers and served as the president of the Economic Club of New York. Her expertise in global economic policy and corporate leadership positioned her for high-level public service. She has also served on the boards of several organizations, including the Council on Foreign Relations and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

U.S. Ambassador to France and Monaco

Nominated by President Barack Obama, Hartley was confirmed as the United States Ambassador to France and United States Ambassador to Monaco in 2014. She presented her credentials to President François Hollande and Prince Albert II, respectively. Her tenure focused on strengthening the transatlantic alliance, enhancing economic cooperation, and collaborating on global challenges like climate change following the Paris Agreement. She worked closely with the OECD and navigated complex issues such as counterterrorism cooperation in the wake of the November 2015 Paris attacks.

U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom

In December 2021, President Joe Biden nominated Hartley to serve as the United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom. She was confirmed by the United States Senate in July 2022 and presented her credentials to Queen Elizabeth II at Windsor Castle. Her appointment came at a critical juncture for the Special Relationship, following the Brexit and during the Biden administration's focus on revitalizing alliances. Her key priorities have included coordinating support for Ukraine following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, advancing trade and investment ties, and fostering cooperation on technology and security through frameworks like the AUKUS pact.

Personal life

Hartley is married to Ralph Schlosstein, the co-founder and former CEO of the investment bank Evercore. They have two children and maintain residences in New York City and Washington, D.C.. An active philanthropist, she has been involved with institutions such as the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts and the American Museum of Natural History.

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