Patricia Tod, PhD
Dr. Patricia Tod is a recognized expert in innovation, strategic deployment, and regional development, with over 30 years of experience transforming industries and revitalizing worldwide initiatves. As a leader in strategy and development, she specializes in driving large-scale innovation, integrating emerging technologies, and shaping resilient, future-ready initiatives. From spearheading corporate transformation at Textron Inc. to leading commercial real estate development at Jane, Inc., Patricia combines strategic foresight, ethical leadership, and business acumen to create sustainable impact on a large scale.
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- Name: Patricia Tod, PhD
- Location: Fall River, MA | Newport, RI | Miami, FL
- Primary contact: pjanetod @ gmail.com
- CV Organizations: Jane Inc., Textron Inc., Titleist Footjoy, AMREF, AfriAfya, Breaking Walls
Expert in Innovation, Strategic Growth, and Regional Development
Dr. Patricia Tod is a recognized leader in innovation, strategic growth, and regional development, with over 30 years of experience transforming industries. She specializes in redefining regional economies, driving large-scale innovation, and implementing forward-thinking strategies that foster sustainable growth and resilience.
As Chief Operating Officer of Jane, Inc., Patricia has led groundbreaking initiatives, leveraging strategic deployment to breathe new life into industrial and commercial spaces. Her work extends beyond the U.S., influencing global conversations on how industries can adapt to evolving economic and technological landscapes.
Previously, she served as Global Director of Strategic Deployment and Innovation at Textron Inc., where she managed high-impact, cross-border initiatives, integrating technology, ethics, and business strategy to drive operational excellence and market expansion. Earlier in her career, as Corporate Director of Employee Involvement and Training at Titleist Footjoy, she played a pivotal role in organizational transformation, workforce development, and operational efficiency.
Beyond the corporate sphere, Patricia has been deeply involved in global development and humanitarian efforts. She has served on the boards of AMREF, AfriAfya, and Breaking Walls, championing initiatives that enhance access to healthcare, education, and community resilience. In addition, she was the American CEO of AfriAfya, where she played a key role in driving strategic partnerships and impactful health innovations across Africa.
Patricia holds a Ph.D. in Technology and Ethics, along with degrees in business and strategic leadership. Her academic and professional expertise makes her a sought-after authority on transformation, strategic planning, and innovation ecosystems.
A thought leader in development strategies, innovation-driven growth, and corporate transformation, Patricia is frequently called upon to advise organizations, policymakers, and business leaders on how to navigate complex markets. Her approach integrates technological advancement, ethical leadership, and strategic foresight to create long-term, sustainable impact.
From revitalizing aging industrial centers to spearheading high-level innovation strategies, Dr. Patricia Tod is shaping the future of development through visionary leadership and cutting-edge innovation.
Patricia Tod, PhD
