Jolisa Espinoza

About Jolisa Espinoza

I’m passionate about building thriving, engaged workplaces where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to do their best work. With 14 years of experience in engagement, belonging, culture strategy, and internal communications, I specialize in creating programs and messages that inspire action, foster belonging, and align people with purpose.From shaping global engagement initiatives to crafting executive messaging and storytelling strategies, I’ve worked alongside senior leaders and cross-functional teams to drive culture transformation at some of the world’s most recognized companies. Whether it’s enhancing employee experience, launching strategic communications, or coaching leaders on culture-building, my focus is always on driving meaningful impact. What I bring to the table:* Designing and leading engagement strategies that strengthen culture and connection* Developing executive and internal communications that inspire and align employees* Driving organizational change and employee experience programs that make an impact* Building diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workplace communitiesI believe that culture is shaped through every interaction, message, and experience. By combining data-driven insights with authentic storytelling, I help organizations create workplaces where employees don’t just show up—they belong.Let’s connect. I’d love to share insights on culture, engagement, and communications—or just chat about how to create more meaningful employee experiences.

Experience

1. Sr Manager, Community Programs

   Sony Interactive Entertainment

   Sep 2025 — Present

Education

• San José State University

  MA, Counselor Education

  2004 — 2008

• Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley

  Latino Board Leadership Academy Fellow

  2021

• San José State University

  BA, Communication Studies

  1999 — 2003

Skills

• Workshop Facilitation
• Team Building
• Management
• Nonprofits
• Organizational Development
• Interviewing
• Talent Acquisition
• Social Media
• Strategy
• College Recruiting
• Human Resources
• Student Affairs
• Non-Profits
• Program Management
• Analysis
• Training
• Recruiting
• Staff Development
• Higher Education
• Budgets
• Conferences
• Community Outreach
• Event Planning
• Budgeting
• Interviews
• Project Planning
• Leadership Development
• New Hire Orientations
• Social Networking
• Event Management
• Public Speaking
• Resume Writing
• Temporary Placement
• Volunteer Recruiting
• Talent Management
• Diversity Recruitment
• Hiring
• Public Relations
• Admissions
• Fundraising