Presented by Symba, #OpenUpTheWorkforce interviews feature executives advancing inclusion, diversity, and equity for the future of work. In these short audio-only episodes, host Ahva Sadeghi speaks with top leaders about what it takes to develop and implement inclusive processes.
In this special episode of #OpenUpTheWorkforce, we sit down for a conversation with Nikita Steals, Founder & CEO of Northwest Talent Solutions. Northwest Talent Solutions is a global talent acquisition and DEI consulting firm partnering with private and public sector companies ranging from start-up to the Fortune 500.
During this live interview at Jobs for the Future Horizons Summit in Washington, DC, Nikita shares her invaluable insights on building inclusive and high-performing cultures, transforming businesses, and developing high-potential talent. She breaks down how to use data to understand equity in the the workplace. She also discusses the important role of AI and technologies to drive a holistic approach to building an inclusive workforce that begins at recruiting.
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About Nikita Steals
Nikita Steals is an esteemed entrepreneur and corporate executive with 25+ years of exceptional performance leading human capital strategies including Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, HR, DEI, and OKR/North Star Development for start-ups through the Fortune 500. She is the Chief Executive Officer & Founder of Northwest Talent Solutions, the only firm of its kind to blend holistic talent acquisition with DEI solutions for clients in both private industry and public sector. Nikita and her team partner with clients in a variety of industries including Healthcare, Tech, and Financial Services; State, Local and Federal government and Non-profits.
Prior to actualizing success in the entrepreneurial realm, Nikita held several highly visible, successful senior leadership roles at some of our world's largest companies including Conduent (Senior Director of Global Talent Strategy), Amazon (Senior Infrastructure Global Recruiting Leader and Principal of DEI Strategy), and Capital One (Vice President, Head of Technology Talent Acquisition).
Nikita's extensive experience, deep wisdom, heart-centered leadership style, sense of humor and ability to yield unprecedented results for her clients and previous employers, both within the private and public sectors make her a highly sought after consultant and keynote speaker across the U.S., EMEA and APAC. Nikita is passionate about creating inclusive and high-performing cultures, operating with integrity and grit, driving business transformations, recruiting and developing high-potential talent on her teams, and delivering exceptional outcomes.
