Halah AlQahtani

Halah AlQahtani is the Director of Culture, Inclusion, and Internal Communications at Glossier, Inc., a role she has held since March 2022. She has a robust background in equity and inclusion, talent development, and organizational growth. AlQahtani's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University and a Master of Education (Ed.M.) in Technology, Innovation, and Education from Harvard University Graduate School of Education.2

Professional Background

Before her current position, AlQahtani served in several key roles at Glossier:

• Senior Manager of Equity and Inclusion (September 2020 - April 2022)
• Talent and Organizational Development Lead (April 2019 - September 2020)
• Hiring and Learning & Development Manager (April 2017 - April 2019)

In these positions, she was instrumental in developing performance review processes and training programs that promoted equitable hiring practices and enhanced employee engagement.2

Previous Experience

AlQahtani's professional journey also includes significant roles outside Glossier:

• Research Associate at Harvard Business School, where she co-authored case studies and developed startup courses.
• Project Manager at Soldier Design.
• Various positions at Xfund, including Associate and Graduate Student Associate.

Her commitment to community engagement is evident through her involvement as a co-organizer for educational initiatives in Saudi Arabia and mentoring roles at Startup Weekend Riyadh.2

Contributions to Workplace Culture

In her capacity at Glossier, AlQahtani emphasizes the importance of empathetic leadership and fostering an inclusive workplace culture. She actively participates in discussions about supporting caregivers in the workplace, advocating for a culture that values transparency and humanity.1 Her approach involves defining organizational culture clearly and ensuring it resonates with all employees, particularly during challenging times.1

Halah AlQahtani continues to leverage her expertise to drive positive change within Glossier, focusing on creating an inclusive environment that empowers both employees and customers.