Talisha White

Talisha White is a senior executive at Gartner, currently serving as the Senior Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Talent Acquisition (TA).12 Based in the New York City Metropolitan Area, she brings extensive experience in talent acquisition, program development, and partnerships.2

Professional Background

Talisha joined Gartner in December 2021 as the Director of Events and DEI Programs.2 In July 2023, she was promoted to her current role as Senior Director, DEI TA.2 Her career journey includes:

• Education: Talisha holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Spelman College and an EdM in Policy and Management from Harvard University Graduate School of Education.2

• Previous Roles: Before Gartner, Talisha held leadership positions at Relay Graduate School of Education, where she served as Senior Director of Prospective Students and Founding Director of Engagement for Undergraduate Pathways.2

Expertise and Focus

Talisha's work is driven by a commitment to providing opportunities and access to historically marginalized populations.2 Her areas of expertise include:

• Talent acquisition with a focus on DEI
• Strategic planning and program development
• Relationship management and partnerships
• Event planning and execution

At Gartner, she leads initiatives at the intersection of global opportunity, expertise, influence, and analysis to bring diverse talent to the organization.2

Professional Philosophy

Talisha is known for her entrepreneurial spirit, often taking nascent ideas and turning them into fully-executed projects and initiatives.2 She brings a DEI lens to her work, focusing on:

• Eliminating bias in systems and processes
• Creating spaces where historically underrepresented groups have access to opportunities
• Reimagining the future of work

Her LinkedIn profile (username: talishawhite1) offers more insights into her professional journey and accomplishments in the field of DEI and talent acquisition.2