Linda Najok

Provide HR consulting and fractional leadership to small businesses and startups, focusing on scalable people programs, talent strategy, and organizational development. Develop, implement and provide guidance on people programs in L&D, performance management, and employee engagement.

Built HR function from ground up, developing scalable people programs to fuel company's rapid global expansion, while maintaining a high-performance culture. Ensured compliance with local regulations in new markets and acted as trusted advisor, coach and advocate for leadership and employees. Led implementation of new systems and tools, resulting in efficiency and enhanced support for people proce

Provided planning and coordination support of strategic initiatives, serving as a critical thought partner and collaborating with senior leaders to drive objectives of the Office of the CIO. Partnered with senior leadership to spearhead implementation of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) strategy, resulting in establishment of influential community for Black/African American STEM colleagues.

Successfully managed critical HR and talent management initiatives supporting ~1,500 colleagues in digital labs, design, analytics and product, adapting quickly to changing priorities and business needs. Developed and implemented strategies to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, championing employee engagement and retention. Guided seamless integration of 60 Mezi employees through cl

Executed the design and delivery of enterprise-wide leadership development program for colleagues globally, achieving a 95% completion rate. Launched the first global leadership development program and received the Ed Gilligan Award for Innovation.

Provided thought leadership, led engagement initiatives and strategy execution, demonstrating high emotional intelligence in fostering positive employee experiences and satisfaction. Managed business planning and operational processes for globally distributed organization comprised of full-time and contingent employees. Monitored $5M OpEx budget including yearly projections, ongoing expense tracki

Led People initiatives across 19 global markets, aligning talent strategies with business objectives for various business groups. Executed company-wide restructuring initiative, developing and implementing comprehensive change management and communication strategies. Managed performance management process including robust tracking and reporting, timeline management, consultation on talent assessme

Oversaw initiatives, communications, and administration of Total Rewards Executive Office, ensuring seamless compliance and alignment with vendors to deliver best-in-class mobility, health, and welfare operations for employees. Revamped and led global Leadership and Development committee of 12 colleagues, creating learning experiences for global team of 142 employees. Managed $22M annual OpEx budg

Executed operational delivery of HR Services for Fortune 500 company with 50,000+ employees worldwide, supervising a Case Management team of 17 on-shore and 18 off-shore employees. Identified and executed process improvements, in partnership with client, through analysis of escalated issues. Successfully implemented and trained new satellite teams in Paris, France, and Jamaica, ensuring seamless a

Studied advanced concepts in Industrial Organizational Psychology, focusing on the application of psychological principles to the workplace. Gained expertise in areas such as organizational development, human resources, and talent management.

Completed a Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on Psychology. Developed a foundational understanding of human behavior, cognitive processes, and research methodologies.