Led Canadian operations for a global organization partnering with over 500 multinational companies to advance refugee workforce inclusion. Tent is well recognized and was in TIMES 100 most influential companies. Served as senior executive advisor on inclusive hiring and equitable talent systems Expanded Canadian membership from 22 to 55 organizations, increasing refugee employment opportunities across major employers including Gap Inc., Canada Goose, Hilton, McDonald’s, and KFC Designed tailored strategies for HR, DEI, CSR, and ERGs to support workforce integration Led national hiring initiatives, resulting in hundreds of refugees securing sustainable employment Impact: Normalized inclusive recruitment as a strategic priority while embedding cultural competence and equity into corporate talent practices.

Fractional Chief Diversity Officer / Senior DEI Advisor | 2021 – Present I provide flexible, executive-level DEI leadership for organizations navigating growth, change, or cultural transformation. Partner with founders and executives to design DEI strategies aligned with business goals and talent priorities Conduct DEI assessments to identify strengths, gaps, and systemic barriers Advise on inclusive talent practices, from hiring and onboarding to performance and succession planning Facilitate leadership education and coaching to embed equity across decision-making and daily practice Establish DEI metrics and reporting frameworks to track progress and support executive accountability Help launch Employee Resource Groups and inclusive feedback mechanisms to strengthen belonging

TRUVOICE — Toronto, Canada Founder & Principal | 2021 – Present Founded TruVoice to address systemic silencing of women and marginalized leaders, creating safe, confidential spaces for truth-telling, coaching, and leadership development. Developed proprietary methodologies (Speak the Unspeakable, See the Unseeable) to help leaders confront bias, conflict, and culture gaps Designed workshops and executive coaching programs that build trust, confidence, and influence Partnered with organizations to foster psychologically safe environments where voices are amplified and integrated into decision-making

LONDON SCHOOL OF HYGIENE & TROPICAL MEDICINE UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO Equity & Inclusion Advisor | 2023 – Present Advising multi-million-dollar, multi-country research projects on equity, inclusion, and ethical research practices. Ensure research design, analysis, and dissemination reflect the needs of marginalized populations, including BIPOC communities, women, and people with disabilities Develop policy briefs and guidance to maximize equity impact of research outcomes Support institutional accountability for inclusive and ethical practices

EMPOWERED EDI INC. — Toronto, Canada Senior Consultant, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion | 2021 – 2022 Engaged as senior DEI advisor in a data-driven, evidence-based firm, leading enterprise-level strategy and transformation. Designed and interpreted large-scale surveys to assess inclusion, belonging, and systemic barriers across organizations Synthesized insights into board- and executive-ready recommendations, highlighting priority gaps and material risks Co-developed two-year DEI action plans, linking strategy to business goals, talent priorities, and organizational values Oversaw implementation with clear ownership, milestones, and accountability mechanisms Facilitated executive coaching, leadership workshops, and governance support informed by evidence Advised on integrating DEI into ESG, CSR, policies, and operational practices Impact: Enabled organizations to move from intent to execution, embedding equity into strategy, governance, and leadership accountability, with measurable culture change.

UNICEF — Geneva, Switzerland Program Manager & Interim Chief of Program Services | 2014 – 2020 Member of senior leadership team at UNICEF headquarters. Co-led global strategy across 190 country offices Managed large, complex funding portfolios contributing to ~$5B annually Advocated for gender equity and women’s leadership, leading internal culture initiatives Mentored and led high-performing, diverse global teams Impact: Delivered multi-million-dollar program growth while strengthening internal culture and inclusion, creating safe spaces for ideas and innovation.