Jen Aspengren

Jen Aspengren is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in nonprofit leadership and social innovation. As the Founder and CEO of Alongside Network since January 2021, Jen leads initiatives focused on community support and engagement. Prior roles include Special Projects Director and Associate Director of Learning at Alia, and Minnesota Lead at ChangeX. At Ashoka, contributions spanned almost 13 years, including roles as Change Leader and Director of National Programming and Partnerships, where Jen was instrumental in diversifying the Ashoka Fellowship and establishing a strong community presence in the Twin Cities. Jen's foundational experiences include positions at the Division of Indian Work, Human Solutions, and City of Lakes AmeriCorps, as well as a commitment to youth and community service. Jen holds a Master's degree in Public Policy from the Humphrey School and a Bachelor's degree from the University of St. Thomas.