I am honored to lead a dynamic team of executives, academic scholars, DEI practitioners, researchers, implementation leaders, and change makers. I fully believe in the tremendous talent and unmatched legacy of excellence, innovation, and execution that our team brings in meeting your organizational needs. Our work is about solving your organizational needs and providing you with the strategies and tools to be a successful organization. Our seasoned team brings education, experience, transparency, and wisdom as we operate within a flexible environment that drives equitable outcomes, inclusive actions, and behaviors, and stimulates a culture of belonging. We are constantly innovating through a unified vision and with strong leadership. I introduce to you the EOD team.
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We’re Academics, we're DEAI Strategists, we’re Change Makers! Meet the faces behind our success.
Dean of the DEI Leadership Certification Program, Darrylyn is Harvard trained in Leadership/Management and has over 30 years of DEI experience as a strategist and trainer. She utilizes neurological methodologies to educate people about systems of oppression and to dismantle ideologies about discrimination.
Dr. Rakia Esver is a highly accomplished educational leader with over 15 years of experience applying evidence-based practices to create impactful learning experiences. Holding a PhD in Learning and Mind Sciences from UC Davis, she excels in curriculum development across various instructional methods. Dr. Esver’s expertise and leadership ensure the creation of effective, engaging, and equitable learning programs that consistently achieve desired outcomes.
Leads the deployment of the IEDEIA program which houses DEI strategy, guides and training tools. Sada works directly with the clients to ensure effective enablement and engagement, and manages client campaigns.
Jevic is a highly accomplished leader with over a decade of experience in strategic partnerships, business development, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. He has consistently demonstrated a proven ability to build impactful relationships and drive organizational growth. With expertise spanning sales, talent development, and project management, Jevic brings a dynamic and versatile approach to his role. His dedication to fostering innovation and inclusivity makes him a perfect fit for EOD Global’s mission to build meaningful partnerships and deliver lasting impact.
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Andrea Portillo-Knowles is a U.S. Air Force veteran with experience in nonprofit leadership, workforce development, and DEI consulting. She holds a Master's in Industrial-Organizational Psychology and is pursuing a PhD. Her research focuses on race, employee well-being, and DEI integration. A certified Myers-Briggs practitioner, Andrea applies data-driven strategies to improve leadership and workplace culture. She is also an alumna of Middle Georgia State University and actively serves her community.
Ciara is a learning experience design consultant focused on developing engaging learning experiences that combine storytelling and technology. As a skilled and passionate instructional designer, Ciara consults with subject matter experts in a variety of fields to develop high quality courses. Ciara is also a Project Manager ensuring the internal flow and client experience is maintained.
Carla is the Program Director for the IEDEIA DEI Leadership Institute and Certification Program. She has extensive experience and background in developing and implementing DEI programs that effectively engage and encourage relevance to the participants learning, work and everyday life environment.
Jordan is a storyteller and strategist, passionate about creating content that resonates. With 10+ years in B2B & B2C marketing & PR, he has honed his skills in crafting compelling narratives across various mediums. From snappy social media posts to in-depth white papers, he thrives on translating complex ideas into engaging content that drives results. His experience spans diverse industries, including tech, travel, and entertainment, giving him a versatile perspective and a knack for adapting to the latest trends.
With over 6 years of experience in operations leadership, Trevor excels in managing web platforms, front-end technologies and back-end workforce management. He combines a strong background in website development with a passion for process optimization to deliver impactful and efficient digital solutions.
With over 15 years of experience in both finance and higher education sectors, Lupita is known for her strategic thinking and attention to detail. Lupita has a proven track record of optimizing operational processes, enhancing efficiency, and driving organizational growth.
Ceisley brings over 7 years of experience as an Executive Assistant and Operations Manager, having supported C-level executives in both startup and corporate environments. She specializes in executive support, operations, and project management, with expertise in calendar management, budgeting, and workflow optimization to enhance efficiency and productivity.
If you're looking for a consultancy with more than 15 years of service providing DEAI consulting, strategic development, leadership coaching, training and develpoment of DEAI practitioners, EOD Global is the trusted partner you've been looking for.
