Desmond Atkins

Desmond Atkins, M.A., is a distinguished leader, strategist, influencer, change agent, and culture champion in the field of global talent management.

With a robust strategic mindset and a hands-on approach, Desmond excels in proactively addressing and supporting organizational talent needs with practical solutions focused on surpassing business performance expectations.

Collaborating closely with forward-thinking leadership that recognizes the pivotal role of talent in gaining a competitive edge, Desmond is dedicated to cultivating a corporate culture that enhances employee potential, value, and satisfaction, thereby driving positive business outcomes.

Having made significant contributions to the success of various Fortune 500 companies, Desmond's expertise spans a wide range of domains including organizational development, change management, talent management, project management, HR strategy and planning, executive coaching, recruiting, employee relations, human capital/workforce planning, organizational design, job design, process improvement, compensation, employer brand, and technology and talent integration.

Desmond's academic background includes a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southern California and a Master of Arts degree from Azusa Pacific University.

Throughout his career, Desmond has held key leadership positions, such as Divisional HR Leader at Thermo Fisher Scientific, Founder + Principal at DA Consulting, Vice President of Talent/Head of People at Virgin Hyperloop, Board of Directors member at the Association for Talent Development (ATD), Vice President of Global Talent Management & Development and Global HR Business Partner at Sony Pictures Entertainment, Director of Human Resources at Blue Shield of California, and Manager of Human Resources at Los Angeles Times.