Aileen Liu began her career as a high school English teacher in Atlanta Public Schools. Missing being a student, she came to UC Berkeley for her PhD in English, then taught English literature at a small liberal arts college in Connecticut. Looking for a more stable career, and...Read more about Aileen Liu (she/her)
Amanda Bent is an educator committed to the personal and professional development of adult learners. As an English/ESL instructor and Student Affairs professional, she has fostered student growth through holistic learning activities that promote inclusion and belonging. In...Read more about Amanda Bent (she/her)
As Discovery Opportunities Database Manager, Amy Louise Casey Azuma brings her core strengths: developing programs, centering student experiences, and cultivating partnerships to solve complex problems. Her work is grounded in compassion for students navigating this huge...Read more about Amy Louise Casey Azuma (she/her)
Andrea Parthasarathy works on the People & Organization Development team within Berkeley People & Culture. In this role, she creates and manages professional development programs for UC Berkeley staff (including the Berkeley Staff Fellowship Program) that focus on career...Read more about Andrea Parthasarathy (she/her)
Andy Storch is an author, speaker, consultant, facilitator, and connector, on a mission to teach and inspire more people to own their careers. Andy is the host of two podcasts as well as the Talent Development Think Tank conference and community.
Most importantly, Andy is a husband and...Read more about Andy Storch (he/him)
In my role as a Talent Acquisition Recruiter at UC Merced, I’m here to assist you with any inquiries you may have regarding employment opportunities and career advancement at our institution. I bring 5 years of recruiting experience and hold an AIRS Professional Recruiter Certification....Read more about Artemio Contreras
Ben currently serves as the Associate Director of the Center for Student Conduct in the Division of Student Affairs and as a Research Affiliate with the Possibility Lab. He is a member of the first cohort of the Leaders for Equity and Democracy (LEAD) educational doctorate (Ed.D) at the Berkeley...Read more about Ben Fils (he/him)
Catherine Burns is the Senior Trainer & Content Developer on the Learning & Development team at UCOP. Her area of focus is supporting the development of emotional intelligence and people skills in leaders at every level to create organizations that are more cohesive, inclusive, and...Read more about Catherine Burns (she/her)
“The International Man of Memory” has left an impression on all corners of the earth. With his unique ability to not only demonstrate extraordinary feats of the mind, but also educate others to do the same, this...Read more about Chester Santos (he/him)
Founder of Workplace Wellbeing Advisors and The Wellbeing Hacker
Manager, Program Access Compliance
Derek Coates is the campus Manager of Disability Program Access and lead on the campuswide program access Self-Assessment. He has Master’s Degrees in Sociology from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and the California State University, at Fullerton...Read more about Derek Coates (he/him)
Diego A. Holguin (he/they) is an alumni of UC Berkeley and a College Advisor for the College of Computing, Data Science, and Society (CDSS). Diego's journey from student employee to professional staff embodies the transformative power of education and community engagement...Read more about Diego Holguin
Darla Shaw, CEO of Talent Masters, has a distinguished 25-year HR career spanning small startups to Fortune 500 companies. With a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology, an MBA, and a Masters in Employment Law, she holds advanced certifications in HR, Executive Coaching & Project...Read more about Dr. Darla Shaw (she/her)
A native of The Bahamas, Dr. Lorneka is a pharmacist, speaker, and coach helping professionals merge wellness with work. She’s been hired by Citi Bank, The Florida Bar Association, Orange County Government, and Arkansas State University, delivering workshops on resilience,...Read more about Dr. Lorneka Joseph
Maryam is a leadership coach, organizational development consultant, and storyteller. During her career, she gained experience as a director, manager, and consultant working in academic, non-profit, and start-up sectors. She partners with leaders, teams...Read more about Dr. Maryam Ghadiri (she/her)
Rebecca Andersen is a career development leader, dedicated to furthering equity & inclusion in the career landscape. A career changer herself (engineer to career coach), Rebecca is a popular workshop facilitator who leverages design thinking in career change and...Read more about Dr. Rebecca Andersen (she/her)
Dr. Rowena Winkler uses her Ph.D. in Communication, along with her 15+ years of experience in marketing and communication, to help individuals gain clarity in their jobs, businesses, and lives through more authentic communication practices. As an award-winning teacher and scholar...Read more about Dr. Rowena Winkler (she/her)
Gabriela Urias is dedicated to empowering students and fostering connections between students and employment opportunities. With a focus on part-time employment opportunities, she supports students and employers campus-wide through the Work-Study Program...Read more about Gabriela Urias (she/her)
Hanna Bankier, MA, ACC, helps organizations and individuals realize sustainable results by aligning employee performance and organizational excellence. Her domain is to guide organizations and individuals in adapting to change and achieving more positive cultures. She works with...Read more about Hanna Bankier (she/her)
As a trusted advisor for over 18 years, Jacqueline Wales has worked with many highly accomplished people including academics, entrepreneurs, scientists, and corporate executives, She has helped them increase their self-awareness, confidence, and capabilities so they can take...Read more about Jacqueline Wales (she/her)
James Dudek is a Senior Organizational Strategist for People & Culture. He serves as an executive adviser to campus leadership on organizational development, strategy, culture, psychology and change. James began his professional journey at Berkeley as a Senior Clerk Typist A. Over the past...Read more about James Dudek (he/him)
As a Talent Acquisitions Recruiter at UC Merced, I am here to guide you through any questions you might have about employment at our institution. My goal is to help you gain clarity, identify any concerns, and help answer all your questions. I have 2.5 years of
Jill Finlayson is the Managing Director of the CITRIS Innovation Hub which features the Workforce Innovation Program, Visiting Innovators Program, and emerging tech programs. Jill formerly led the EDGE in Technology Initiative at the University of California which focuses on expanding diversity...Read more about Jill Finlayson (she/her)
Leadership trainer, coach, and keynote speaker
"Permission to be GREAT is Granted."
Joan Kling is a seasoned team-building strategist, coach, trainer, and keynote speaker.
She spent 35 years in local government service inspiring, motivating, and developing high-...Read more about Joan Kling
Jolie Lam is the manager of the surgical robotics and digital health program at CITRIS and the Banatao Institute. Before joining CITRIS, she was a programmatic officer for the Foundations of Machine Learning program at the UC Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer...Read more about Jolie Lam (she/her)
Joy Evans, MSW combines trauma-healing with sound and forest therapy to lead people out of the perpetual stress response, to reconnect with the details of the senses, and return to clarity, centered self, and calm.
Rest and realign your energy during a...Read more about Joy Evans (she/her)
With a comprehensive background spanning over six years, I've dedicated myself to guiding individuals towards their career aspirations. My journey includes one year as a Talent Acquisition Recruiter at UC Merced, where I earned an AIRS Professional Recruiter Certification
Julie Ha serves as the Auxiliary Services Lead for the Disabled Students’ Program at UC Berkeley, where she prioritizes equity and inclusivity. She manages recruitment, training, and assignment of volunteer note-takers, ensuring accommodations for a diverse student body. Her role includes...Read more about Julie Ha (she/her)
Kelly Chang is a co-lead of RTL’s Student Employee Workforce Development program, working alongside her colleague Natalie Montanez. Together, they are dedicated to extending learning beyond the traditional classroom setting by creating meaningful, impactful employment experiences for...Read more about Kelly Chang (she/her)
Kelsey Neff improves workplace climate and culture with an intentional focus on two areas - systems and people. By identifying barriers to success on an individual and organizational level she works to improve policies, procedures, and professional relationships. She practices...Read more about Kelsey Neff (she/her)
Kim Sapp Dinwiddie has been at Berkeley for over 22 years. She is the Director of Talent Management and Organizational Development in Talent Management and Workforce Planning at University Development and Alumni Relations. Kim provides HR and organizational consulting,...Read more about Kim Sapp Dinwiddie (she/her)
Leticia Montana is an experienced leadership coach and organizational development strategist with 17 years of expertise across a variety of industries, including healthcare, financial services, biopharmaceuticals, tech, and management consulting. As a coach, she is recognized for...Read more about Leticia Montana (she/her)
Lisa Laughter is a Senior Career Coach at UC Davis in Human Resources, Learning & Organizational Development, a motivational speaker, and a professional life coach with over 25 years of experience in academic advising, higher education, and career development. She began her career at...Read more about Lisa Laughter
Liza Schlosser-Olroyd finds immense joy in being a co-conspirator for the radiant wellbeing of all members of the campus community. Currently serving as the Interim Coordinator for the Advising Strategy...Read more about Liza Schlosser-Olroyd (she/her)
President & Head Coach at The Wellbeing Hacker
Nicole has spent over twenty years as a highly accomplished global sales and IT executive for Fortune 500 companies. As an inspiring leader, Nicole is keen on empowering individuals to identify their...Read more about Nicole Carline (she/her)
Noam Pines is an Associate Director in UC Berkeley’s Sponsored Projects Office (SPO), overseeing incoming and outgoing contracts and grants. With over fifteen years of experience in Research Administration, he has handled a wide spectrum of proposals and awards from a variety of...Read more about Noam Pines (he/him)
Phyllis is a UC Berkeley Economics graduate and currently works as a Research Data Science Analyst at CITRIS Health. Her proactive approach to research has led her to assist a business school professor and participate in investment clubs, fueling her research interest. Two...Read more about Phyllis Lin (she/her)
Harumi, Director of Student Services in the Department of Psychology, is a dedicated staff alumna with 20+ years on campus. She credits multicultural roots for her ability to communicate with and bridge communities.
Advocacy for DEIBJ and opportunities for students...Read more about R. Harumi Quinones Austria (she/her)
Sabina Morgan is a Senior Organizational Consultant in Student Affairs. Sabina has been a staff member for almost 17 years, and is a proud Transfer, Re-Entry, Student Parent Cal alumna, earning her BA in History and American Studies. In 2016, Sabina completed her Master’s Degree...Read more about Sabina Morgan (she/her)
Sasha Keller is part of the Berkeley Engineering development team where she connects industry partners and individuals with opportunities to support the college’s mission to educate inclusive leaders and create knowledge equitably to serve a diverse society. She recently made a...Read more about Sasha Ann Keller (she/her)
Susan Cass began her career as the receptionist for the Graduate School of Business followed by the undergraduate orientation program coordinator at Stanford (sorry, Berkeley didn’t make an offer). From there she served as resident hall director (University of Washington), and...Read more about Susan Cass (she/her)
Presenting at the conference is a seasoned Residence Director with 4 years of expertise in fostering inclusive residential communities. A dedicated professional, I specialize in conflict resolution, student engagement, and community building. My career includes roles at the University of South...Read more about Syntina Nesbitt (she/her)
