Leila Malekottodjary

Leila Malekottodjary is a distinguished professional with expertise in HR & Recruiting Leadership, Executive Search, Full-Cycle Recruiting, Training Design & Facilitation, Organizational Development, Program Design & Implementation, Curriculum Development, Performance Management, Employee Development, Management Development, Career Coaching, Employee Engagement, Employee Communications, Employee Surveys, and Employee Rewards & Recognition. She holds a Master's degree in Adult Education from San Francisco State University and a Bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of Pittsburgh. Leila has a proven track record of driving strategies and solutions that positively impact brand, culture, and bottom line through effective people management.

Leila Malekottodjary's professional journey includes key roles such as Head of People at Homebase, Director Talent Acquisition at Drawbridge Inc., Head of Human Resources & Recruiting at StudyBlue, and various positions at LeapFrog where she served as Head of Recruiting, Recruiter, Senior Training & Organizational Development Specialist, Training & Organizational Development Specialist, Human Resources Representative, Professional Development Specialist, and Human Resources Coordinator. Her diverse experience also encompasses roles such as Senior Business Education Instructor at San Francisco Vocational Services, Placement Specialist at TSS Personnel, Middle School Science Teacher at All Saints Cathedral School, and Research Assistant in Neuroscience at the University of Pittsburgh.

Leila's educational background in Adult Education and Biology, combined with her extensive professional experience, positions her as a versatile leader in HR, recruiting, training, and organizational development. Her commitment to fostering employee growth, engagement, and performance underscores her dedication to building strong teams and supporting organizational success.