Joann Breaux

About Joann Breaux

Navy Veteran with diversified Human Resources experience (Talent management, Development Planning, Succession Planning, Diversity Equity and Inclusion ERGs, Learning Design, HR Generalist, HR Advisor, Performance Mgmt, Employee Relations, etc.) who has demonstrated the ability to build strategic partnerships, impact work environment positively, develop management and leadership talent, foster teamwork, and manage conflict and change.

Experience

1. SVP, Talent Management and Engagement, Development Planning Lead

   Citi

   May 2021 — Present · Tampa, FL, US

   Global Head of Development Planning in the Talent Strategy COE who designs and delivers development plans and campaigns for all 240K+ employees across 160+ countries with $71B revenue. Initiates, plans, implements and communicates key processes related to talent review, talent development, succession, audit, compliance and performance management, etc.Executes the succession plans for the CEO and 17 directs ensuring all materials are prepared for an annual Talent Summit and Board of Directors meeting. Responsible for running multiple global programs and high visibility initiatives that enable progress of the firm’s diversity and talent management strategic priorities. Accountable for global talent processes in Workday (talent profile, assess potential, succession plan, development plan, etc.) and works closely with technology partners on system launches, enhancements, implementation, system related issues and future releases. Lead the design and execution of annual talent & diversity webinars, facilitates numerous HR and Manager trainings and manages 70+ learning resources to upskill HR and managers prior to launching the Talent Review to 40k+ targeted managers.Responsible for professional expertise and leadership in the development of talent communications to include launch memo’s, HR and Manager newsletters, nudges, etc. Former Strategic Advisor to the Global Pride Affinity directing senior executive sponsors, 30+ Employee Resource Groups and managing the Affinity’s initiatives (e.g, Pride month, LGBTQ+ leadership development program). Manage ~$400k budget and 10 external vendor partnerships (HRC, PFLAG, Out & Equal, Out Leadership, etc.).

Education

• Hillsborough College

  Associate’s Degree, Accounting

  2003 — 2004