Professional Summary
Dedicated and results-driven Lead Diversity and Inclusion Specialist with over 8 years of experience in developing and implementing diversity and inclusion initiatives. Proven track record of creating inclusive environments and driving organizational change through strategic planning and effective communication. Skilled in fostering diversity awareness and promoting equity within the workplace. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve diversity and inclusion goals.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Lead Diversity and Inclusion Specialist
January 2018 - Present
ABC Company | City, State
- Developed and implemented diversity and inclusion strategies that resulted in a 20% increase in employee engagement and retention.
- Conducted training sessions on unconscious bias and cultural competence for all staff, leading to a 15% improvement in diversity awareness.
- Collaborated with HR to establish recruitment practices that increased diversity in new hires by 25% within one year.
- Led the Diversity and Inclusion Council to create a more inclusive workplace culture, resulting in a 30% decrease in discrimination complaints.
- Implemented metrics to track diversity and inclusion progress, resulting in a 10% increase in diverse leadership representation.
Diversity Program Manager
March 2014 - December 2017
XYZ Corporation | City, State
- Managed the company's diversity program budget, resulting in a 15% cost savings through strategic resource allocation.
- Developed and implemented diversity training programs for managers, leading to a 20% increase in diverse candidates promoted to leadership positions.
- Established partnerships with external diversity organizations, resulting in a 10% increase in diverse talent pipeline.
- Conducted diversity audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement, resulting in a 25% increase in employee satisfaction with diversity initiatives.
- Coordinated diversity events and initiatives, resulting in a 30% increase in employee participation and engagement.
Diversity Consultant
June 2010 - February 2014
DEF Organization | City, State
- Provided consulting services to clients on diversity and inclusion best practices, resulting in a 15% increase in diverse hires.
- Developed customized diversity training programs for clients, leading to a 20% improvement in diversity awareness and inclusion.
- Conducted diversity assessments and gap analyses for clients, resulting in a 10% increase in diverse leadership representation.
- Facilitated focus groups and discussions on diversity topics, leading to a 25% increase in employee engagement with diversity initiatives.
- Collaborated with clients to develop diversity metrics and track progress, resulting in a 10% increase in diverse talent retention.
EDUCATION
Master of Arts in Diversity Management,
ABC University
Jun 20XX
Bachelor of Science in Sociology,
XYZ University
Jun 20XX