Nahal Yousefian

Nahal Yousefian is a seasoned professional who transitioned from teaching to Human Resources (HR), bringing a unique perspective to the field. With a background in Liberal Arts, Education, Psychology, and English Literature, Nahal has a strong educational foundation.

Having held key roles such as VP of People and Equity at Educators for Excellence, Chief Human Resources Officer at MEC™, International Head of Leadership and Development at Tesco PLC, as well as various other leadership positions in organizations like Tesco PLC, Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Markets Inc, and EDI Health Group, Inc., Nahal has accumulated a wealth of experience in HR and organizational development.

Nahal's professional journey in HR has been focused on reimagining the world of work by challenging conventional HR practices. She advocates for a shift towards creating a 'great place to work' culture by emphasizing continuous improvement in organizational design, capacity, and capability rather than relying on strict policies and processes.

Through her work with start-ups, mid-sized, and multinational organizations, Nahal has been at the forefront of driving organizational change and promoting agile and responsive models in the face of a volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) marketplace.

Nahal's expertise lies in future-proofing staff by focusing on organizational capability and helping employees thrive in learning environments. She believes in the power of learning organizations where both staff and leaders are committed to enhancing processes and leaving a positive impact on the world through their work.

With a vision to transform the world of work, Nahal invites others to join her in creating a more fulfilling work experience where individuals can feel they have contributed to making the world a better place.

Nahal Yousefian is a trailblazer in HR and organizational development, advocating for a shift towards creating learning organizations and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.