I am an accomplished talent acquisiton and program management leader with over 15 years of experience specializing in building, scaling, and optimizing early career and emerging talent programs.
My unique value lies in my ability to design and implement innovative, data-driven strategies that drive diversity and inclusion, ensuring a robust pipeline of future-ready talent. With a proven track record across leading organizations, I excel at managing complex projects, fostering strategic partnerships, and creating impactful, inclusive programs that resonate with and engage diverse communities.
My passion for diversity and inclusion, combined with my expertise in program management, positions me as a catalyst for positive change and growth in talent acquisition.
Strategic Vision & Execution: At Palo Alto Networks, I developed a multi-year project roadmap that diversified our talent pipeline and created efficiencies in the hiring process. This strategic approach led to a 92% intern conversion rate and solidified our position as a top choice for early career talent.
Data-Driven Insights: I excel at leveraging data to influence decisions and drive continuous improvement. While at Uber, I established metrics and OKRs that increased early career diversity hires by 15%, demonstrating my ability to use analytics to tell compelling stories and influence leadership.
Inclusive Programs & DEI Leadership: My passion for diversity is evident through my work. At Twitter (pre-Elon), I implemented global inclusion programs, including returnships, apprenticeships, and fellowships. I built and maintained strategic diversity partnerships, ensuring our programs were inclusive and impactful. I also launched an HBCU tailgate tour at Uber and curated several dynamic inclusive programs interns.
Stakeholder Management & Collaboration: I thrive in cross-functional environments, building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders. At Red Hat, I worked closely with corporate DEI teams and ERGs, securing buy-in and driving strategic alignment across the organization.
Cool Factor: Beyond my professional achievements, I bring a positive and engaging presence to the workplace. I believe in creating an environment where team members feel valued and motivated. My colleagues often describe me as approachable, supportive, innovative, and fun to work with.