Cultural Strategist. HR & Inclusion Executive. Health Equity Advocate.

Gena partners with organizations to align their values with everyday practices, bridging the gap between intention and impact. I deliver tailored solutions—from inclusive content audits and culture assessments to global health equity initiatives and change communications—that foster a sense of belonging, boost engagement, and drive measurable results. Gena helps executives excel on panels, either by providing strategic coaching to enhance their presence or by serving as a moderator on their behalf.

CULTURE WITH INTENTION.  STRATEGY WITH IMPACT.

I partner with organizations to align their values with everyday practices—bridging the gap between intention and impact. With over 25 years of experience as a senior HR, inclusion, and impact executive, I help leaders and teams build cultures that foster belonging, elevate performance, and deliver measurable business results.
From global inclusion strategies and leadership development to health equity initiatives and executive presence coaching, my work is designed to meet organizations where they are—and move them forward with clarity, courage, and care.
Past industries served: Advertising, Healthcare, Legal, Nonprofit, Education, Entertainment

STRATEGIC CULTURE & INCLUSION LEADERSHIP FOR COMPLEX ORGANIZATIONS

I am an award-winning Cultural Strategist, HR & Inclusion Executive, and Health Equity Advocate with over 25 years of experience leading organizational transformation across global, matrixed environments. Throughout my career, I’ve partnered with executive leaders to design and implement strategies that strengthen culture, enhance talent systems, and embed inclusion at every level of the organization.
As a former Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer, I architected a global, award-winning inclusion strategy spanning 30+ agencies, launched enterprise-wide DEI learning journeys with over 95% participation, and co-created inclusive health equity campaigns recognized across the industry. My work sits at the intersection of culture, leadership, talent, and impact—helping organizations turn values into action and strategy into sustained results.
I’m recognized as a relationship builder, innovator, and communicator who brings both rigor and humanity to my work.

CONSULTING SERVICES DESIGNED FOR REAL-WORLD IMPACT

I offer customized consulting, coaching, and facilitation services that support organizations through moments of growth, change, and transformation. Each engagement is tailored—grounded in data, informed by lived experience, and designed to deliver outcomes that matter.

Culture & Inclusion Strategy

I help organizations assess, design, and operationalize inclusion strategies aligned with business goals and embedded in daily practices—not siloed initiatives.
Engagements may include:
Enterprise-wide culture and inclusion assessments
Global inclusion strategy design and roadmap development
Inclusive leadership frameworks and playbooks
DEI governance models, metrics, and accountability structures
Change management and leadership alignment support
Ideal for organizations seeking to:
Develop scalable, sustainable inclusion strategies that foster engagement, trust, and performance across diverse and complex environments.

Training & Leadership Development

I design and deliver high-impact learning experiences that strengthen leadership capability, cultural competence, and team effectiveness—globally and at scale.
Offerings include:
Inclusive leadership training for people managers and executives
Unconscious bias, anti-racism, and cultural competence learning journeys
Cross-cultural communication and collaboration training
Leadership development programs for early-career and high-potential talent
Custom workshops for global, hybrid, and in-person audiences
Approach:
Practical, engaging, and action-oriented—grounded in real scenarios and designed to shift both mindset and behavior.

Health Equity & Inclusive Communications

I partner with organizations—particularly in healthcare and related industries—to develop culturally attuned strategies that improve equity, representation, and impact.
Services include:
Inclusive content audits and creative review processes
Health equity campaign strategy and co-creation
Inclusive marketing and communications guidance
Internal and external messaging aligned to equity goals
Outcome:
More responsible, resonant, and effective communications that reflect the communities you serve and strengthen brand trust.

Executive Coaching, Panels & Moderation

I support executives and senior leaders in showing up with confidence, clarity, and credibility—on stage, in the boardroom, and in moments that matter.
Offerings include:
Executive presence and panel coaching
Strategic preparation for speaking engagements
Serving as a panel moderator or discussion facilitator
Fireside chats and leadership conversations
Best for leaders who want to:
Enhance their presence, elevate their message, and lead with authenticity and impact.