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With over 20 years of global experience in People and Culture, I specialize in harmonizing HR processes to enhance employee experiences and foster equitable systems. My work focuses on creating environments where diversity is celebrated and inclusion is prioritized. I believe that effective HR strategies should not only meet organizational goals but also empower individuals and promote a culture of belonging. By leveraging data-driven insights and innovative approaches, I strive to optimize workplace dynamics, ensuring every employee feels valued and engaged. Through collaboration and continuous improvement, I aim to build sustainable practices that support both business success and personal growth.
Joahanna G. Thomas is a People/HR/Human Resource & Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Leader.
Podcast Guesting
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DEI: Bringing Everyone To The Table
This week on Untapped we were joined by Joahanna Garcia-Thomas who heads HR at Avalanche Studios New York & is the Head of People for Glow Up Games, both video game companies. Joahanna shared her expertise and knowledge from having worked in HR for 15 years and having the opportunity to focus on DEI in the past 5 years. Tariq and Joahanna discuss colorism, intersectionality & positionality, and how the pandemic shifted DEI work.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The impact of ‘what’s in it for me’ (WIIFM)
How intersectionality & positionality show up
Why DEI work has a lot of resistance
The wheel of power/privilege
How the pandemic shifted DEI work
The reality of colorism
About
I have 20+ years of HR experience in HR; 7 years in DEI in 3 countries: Philippines, Singapore, USA and Sweden
Global Belonging Sr Mgr at MillerKnoll; ex-DEI Director for Epidemic Sound
Affiliations
Society for Diversity
Certified Diversity Practitioner
Certified Diversity Executive
SHRM
Society of Human Resource Management- New York City Chapter
SHRM- Certified Professional
SHRM Specialty Credential: Inclusive Workplace
IEEE
IEEE Officer. Secretary for IEEE Working Group 2876: Disruptive Behavior in Gaming
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