Jeana Gingery

About Jeana Gingery

I help organizations build cultures where employees feel connected, supported, and proud…

Experience

1. Director of Member Engagement

   HNI Corporation

   Jan 2022 — Present · Muscatine, IA, US

   In this role, I lead the execution of workplace inclusion strategies across a complex, matrixed organization of over employees, embedding these values into the company’s culture across all business segments.As a trusted advisor to the CEO and senior leadership, I ensure alignment on strategic priorities related to building and sustaining an inclusive culture. I actively participate in storytelling campaigns designed to reinforce the company’s core beliefs and narratives around inclusion.I manage DEI budgets and oversee vendor relationships to ensure high-impact, cost-effective partnerships. Here, I develop centralized knowledge bases and enhance internal communications through close cross-functional collaboration, while also advising on both legal and cultural considerations tied to DEI efforts.The highlights include:• Designed and scaled the Accountable Inclusive Leader program for over 1K leaders.• Spearheaded allyship education initiatives reaching more than 6K employees.• Administered strategic planning for seven employee resource groups, aligning with company goals.• Co-authored HNI\'s biannual CSR report, highlighting an inclusive workplace and employee experience.• Led the overhaul of Day 1 onboarding messaging, aimed at enabling unified values across business units.

Education

• Iowa State University

  Master of Education - MEd

• Iowa State University

  Bachelor of Science