Zewud Debebe
Vice President of People @CGC
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WORK HISTORY
Vice President of People @CGC
Washington, DC, US
Lead the charge in building a full-service People and Equity department designed to empower employees, foster an equitable and inclusive culture, and support CGC’s ambitious growth goals.I am passionate about aligning people strategies with business objectives, ensuring every employee feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. From designing scalable HR processes to embedding equity and inclusion into every stage of the employee experience, my focus is on creating a culture where innovation and excellence flourish.Key Areas of Focus:Establishing a full-service People and Equity function from the ground up.Developing talent strategies that attract, retain, and grow top performers.Embedding equity and inclusion into all aspects of the workplace.Driving employee engagement, development, and organizational effectiveness.Leveraging technology and data to create sustainable, future-ready HR solutions
EDUCATION
University of Maryland Global Campus
MA, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
University of Maryland
BA, Economics
ABOUT ZEWUD DEBEBE
Human Resources Executive | People-First Leader Driving Organizational Excellence As a visionary and results-oriented HR leader, I bring deep expertise in crafting and executing innovative human resources strategies that align people, processes, and performance with organizational success. With a passion for fostering equitable and inclusive cultures and driving measurable business outcomes, I’ve built a career dedicated to empowering teams, optimizing talent, and championing transformation. Leadership in Action:People & Culture Architect: As a trusted executive team member, I lead with a forward-thinking approach, steering impactful initiatives in employee engagement, equity, inclusion, and cultural transformation.Operational Excellence: Known for designing and executing strategies in talent acquisition, retention, leadership development, and succession planning to deliver sustained organizational growth.Equity & Inclusion Advocate: I’ve successfully integrated equitable and inclusive practices into organizational frameworks, ensuring opportunities and resources are accessible to all employees.Change Agent: With a focus on continuous improvement, I leverage data, technology, and best practices to drive efficiency, elevate performance, and future-proof HR operations. Core Competencies:Strategic HR Leadership | Talent & Workforce Planning | Culture Building & EngagementOrganizational Development | Leadership Development | Change ManagementEquity & Inclusion Strategy | Learning & Development | Succession PlanningBusiness Strategy Integration | Technology-Driven HR Solutions Notable Credentials:Certified Professional Coach | Achieve Global TrainerMember, Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)Finalist, HR Leadership Award for Promoting Ethical BehaviorEducation: MA in General Administration/Human Resources (UMGC)| BA in Economics (UMD) Email: z•••••@aol.com | Phone: 57••••••96
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