Marlena Edwards

Marlena Edwards is an experienced professional in the field of talent management and human resources, currently serving as the SVP People, Americas at DEPT®, a global digital agency.12 She was appointed to this role, officially titled Head of People & Culture for the Americas, in February 2024.13

Professional Background

With over 15 years of experience, Marlena has dedicated her career to developing talent strategies in various organizations.2 Prior to joining DEPT®, she held positions at other notable companies in the digital and advertising industry:

• Huge: Marlena worked as a Managing Director of Talent, where she focused on inclusion and cultural competency.56
• Other roles: While specific details are not provided, her extensive experience suggests she has likely held leadership positions in talent management at other organizations.

Current Role at DEPT®

As the Head of People & Culture for the Americas at DEPT®, Marlena is responsible for:

• Overseeing talent management strategies
• Fostering company culture
• Leading human resources initiatives in the Americas region

Location and Network

Marlena Edwards is based in New York, New York, United States.24 She has a strong professional network, with over 500 connections on LinkedIn.2

Expertise and Focus

Throughout her career, Marlena has shown a commitment to:

• Talent strategy development
• Inclusion and diversity initiatives
• Cultural competency in the workplace

Her appointment at DEPT® reflects her expertise in these areas and her ability to lead people-focused initiatives in a global digital agency setting.13