My role as the Regional Diversity & Talent Advisor for the Wealth Management Division includes the following areas of focus:Develop and Implement Diversity & Talent Development Strategies: Create and execute policies and programs that promote diversity and inclusion within the organization and advance all talent regardless of background, identity, or ability. Conduct Training and Workshops: Organize and lead training sessions to educate employees on D&I topics, unconscious bias, and cultural competence.Monitor and Report Progress: Track and analyze diversity and talent metrics and goals, providing regular updates and recommendations to leadership on progress and areas for improvement.Advise on Recruitment and Retention: Collaborate with HR Recruiting partners to ensure inclusive hiring practices and develop strategies for retaining diverse talent.Foster an Inclusive Culture: Promote an environment where all employees feel valued and supported, addressing any issues or conflicts related to diversity and inclusion.Engage with External Communities: Build relationships with diverse organizations and communities to enhance the company’s external efforts and reputation.Support Employee Networking Groups (ENGs): Provide guidance and support for ENGs, ensuring they have the resources and visibility needed to succeed.

I am responsible for the design, implementation and analysis of DEI strategies that generate favorable results for PGIM’s domestic and international operations. Areas of focus include talent programs, external partner management, social media marketing, employee resource groups, and executive leadership engagement.

I was a Talent Manager for PGIM from 2011-2015. During that time, I worked to connect professionals with the right opportunities across the eight business groups comprising PGIM's multi-manager model. These professionals are from a wide range of disciplines, including: International Portfolio Management Capital Markets Commercial Real Estate Finance Fixed Income Securities Corporate Finance Agricultural Investments Mezzanine Investments Private Equity & Hedge Fund Investments

Supported both the Consumer Banking and Merrill Lynch Channels by sourcing top talent to fill opportunities across the Greater Los Angeles Market spanning Santa Barbara to Orange County. Previously assigned to the Small Business Banker staffing initiative for the Consumer Banking Channel. The six member team was responsible for a successful deployment of a recruiting plan composed of the following segments: candidate sourcing, applicant tracking & screening, interview design and creating a seamless on-boarding experience for the new hires. Focused on creating a positive "user experience" for both the hiring manager and the candidate by setting achievable goals, setting expectations and making the staffing process as transparent as possible. Using Social Media platform to increase exposure and ensure that Bank of America opportunities reach their target audience. Compiled daily and weekly recruiting metrics reports in Taleo to be used by Senior Management.

Managed a staff of 10 Talent Acquisition professionals across multiple locations.Developed a database of active and passive candidates to deploy for temporary and direct hire staffing initiatives. Utilized emerging social media technology (Linkedin, Facebook, MySpace,Twitter) to forge new sourcing and recruiting opportunities. Partnered with Senior Management to develop a recruiting strategy for each requisition. Utilized both traditional and non-traditional recruiting methods to source, interview and qualify candidates before making a presentation. Schedule interviews and conduct reference checks. Facilitated the job offer and often managed the negations process with both the candidate and client.