Rena Kokalari is a seasoned HR professional with years of experience in global human resources strategy, international affairs, and research. Rena earned her Master of Science from New York University, where she also served as Director of Grant Committee for Innovative Research. She also studied Politics, Gender Studies, and Sociology at Ithaca College, where she likely honed her expertise in strategy development and management. Rena has held various roles at the International Rescue Committee, including Senior Director of Human Resources, Regional HR Director for the Middle East, Regional HR Director for North Africa, and South and East Asia, and Director of Global Human Resources Strategy.

In the private sector, Rena managed HR projects at MeadWestvaco (MWV) and Condé Nast. She has also worked as a researcher and grant writer at Columbia University Law School and Global Affairs Researcher at NYU. Rena was Obama Campaign's Deputy Field Organizer at Organizing for America and a Human Resources Consultant at Independent Consultant. Additionally, she worked as a Chief of Staff at FTEN, Inc., Director of Global Human Resources and OD at Nasdaq. Rena's diverse background and global expertise make her an invaluable asset to any HR team.