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Zina K

Talent Management and Engagement Lzeader

Profile

Results-driven global talent management and engagement with a strong record of developing, delivering and managing talent programs, strategies and initiatives while demonstrating measurable impact and innovation. Track record supervising teams, engaging a range of stakeholders, resource planning, and navigating complex organizations. Recognized for building dynamic workplace cultures that strengthen organizational capabilities, enhance team effectiveness, and position organizations as leaders in
competitive environments.

Key Skills & Competencies

Stakeholder & Partnership Engagement and Management
Teaching & Training
Event Coordination and Management
Public Speaking, People Leadership & Team Development
Coaching & Mentoring
Research & Planning
Organizational Transformation
Interviewing

Professional Experience

THE NEXT MILE LLC
Founder and President
Norwalk, CT
2+ years
● Lead an executive & leadership development company specializing in coaching, consulting, and bespoke learning experiences.
● Design and deliver summits and workshops that strengthen employee engagement and retention.
● Provide leadership coaching to professionals to build clarity, confidence, and practical action that drive positive impact.
● Curate and facilitate learning experiences blending practical tools, reflection, and real-world application.
● Oversee business operations, business development, marketing, and program/product development.

RADIUS NETWORKS
Consultant
Virtual w/London UK HQ
1.5+ years
● Design and facilitate workshops, leadership summits, and coaching sessions to strengthen employee networks and employee
resource group (ERG) effectiveness across diverse industries around the world.
● Create tailored training materials to increase ERG participation, visibility, and impact within client organizations.
Deliver one-on-one coaching for ID&E & HR leaders, ERG professionals, executive sponsors, enhancing subject matter
expertise, strategic planning and cross-network collaboration.
● Partner with HR, DEI and business leaders to align employee network initiatives with organizational goals, driving inclusion,
employee engagement, and retention.

MASTERCARD
Director, Business Partner
Purchase, NY
2.5 years
● Directed development and implementation of multi-year inclusion action plans for North America and global functional areas.
Partnered with HR Leadership Team and Talent Management to increase managers’ and employees’ inclusion competencies
through L&D programs.
● Managed Business Resource Groups, with global membership consisting of 35% of employee population, to drive strategy with
colleagues passionate about advancing DEI, while also seeking opportunities to engage non-participating employees.
● Served as advisor and coach on DEI matters to senior executives, external partners, and employees.
Collaborated across departments to integrate inclusion into policies, programs, and communications.
Oversaw global strategy development and implementation for Business Resource Groups, driving engagement and alignment.
Launched global well-being initiative, advancing cross-functional collaboration and employee support.

BRIDGEWATER ASSOCIATES
Program Manager, Talent Management & Diversity & Inclusion
Westport, CT
1.75 years
● Consulted with department leaders to provide guidance and accountability in diversity and inclusion program execution.
Oversaw development and implementation of strategic initiatives for Bridgewater’s Employee Networks.
● Created dashboards and associated reports to track and evaluate outcomes across departments.
● Partnered with recruitment team to integrate D&I best practices into hiring strategies.

FORDHAM UNIVERSITY
Director, Career Coaching and Programming
New York, NY
5 years
● Supervised a team of career coaches and student assistants, providing coaching and programming for 1,500+ MBA and MS
students across 15 programs.
● Directed academic resource planning, including program scheduling, classroom coordination, and faculty and employer
partnership for career development integration.
● Overhauled MBA career development program into a comprehensive two-year curriculum, improving student engagement, outcomes, and rankings.
● Collaborated with faculty, administrators, and student groups to align academic and career development resources.
● Served as liaison to diversity-focused student organizations and represented Fordham at national academic conferences.

MORGAN STANLEY
Director, Recruiting Manager and Program Manager
Purchase, NY
1 year
● Designed and implemented recruitment, onboarding, and leadership development initiatives for interns and analysts.
● Delivered manager training on hiring, developing, and retaining junior talent.
● Conducted needs assessments to improve leadership development and training programs.

ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND
Assistant Vice President, Campus Recruiter and Program Manager
Stamford, CT
1.5 years
● Designed and executed recruitment and training strategies for Sales, Trading, and Operations.
● Led diversity recruiting efforts and inclusion initiatives across Analyst Programs.
● Built dashboards to track ROI of recruitment activities and academic partnerships.

ACTIS (Private equity firm)
MBA Recruitment and Professional Development
London, UK
1 year
● Managed MBA recruitment, hiring, and leadership development across offices in Brazil, UK, India, and South Africa.
● Created and launched mentorship programs to support associates and new employees.
● Supported philanthropic and community outreach initiatives.

CREDIT SUISSE
Undergraduate Recruitment Coordinator
New York, NY
2+ years
● Supported execution of campus marketing, attraction, and recruitment initiatives at 18 schools.
● Designed and facilitated multi-day immersion program for high-potential candidates.
● Improved onboarding processes in collaboration with HR and Technology teams.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
● Recruitment Coordinator, UBS and United Rentals, Greenwich, Connecticut, 2 years
● English Language Teacher, Lycée Borde Basse, Castres, France, 10 months
● Marketing Research Analyst, The K Group, Norwalk, Connecticut, 3 years

Community Experience

● School Governance Council & PTO Member, Local Elementary and Middle School (6+ years)
● Career Development Presenter and Panelist, Norwalk Community College (5 years+)

Education

Teachers College, Columbia University
New York, NY
MA in International Educational Development with a focus on social-organizational psychology
Thesis: The Intersection of Education, Training and Work in St. Lucia

Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT
BS in Marketing with a minor in International Studies

Other Experience/Awards/Publications

● Westfair Business Journal, Women Innovators
● Norwalk Community College Foundation, Service Award
● Mastercard, North America Partnership Award

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