Leeza V. E.
Senior Manager, Idea @Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Manager, Idea @Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
Houston, TX, US
Lead organizational and cultural development for one of the largest art museums in the U.S.(650 employees, 1M+ annual visitors), aligning institutional mission with daily practice.Provide strategic consultation to leadership on organizational culture and mission goals centered on honoring diverse cultural, social, and personal identities.Lead museum-wide accessibility and disability inclusion initiatives, ensuring policies, structures, and systems are equitable, accessible, and responsive to staff and visitors.Launched a comprehensive onboarding program impacting 150+ new employees and improving early engagement and retentionDesign and deliver 60+ hours of training on accessibility, neurodiversity, mental health, cultural humility, and inclusive leadership across all organizational levelsFacilitate three staff-led committees and cross-functional partnerships, building facilitation and leadership skills while strengthening mission alignment and organizational culture.Create institution-wide events and celebrations, including the first Cultural Committee Day and community-building programs such as Taco Tuesday and Coffee with a Colleague.Coach emerging leaders using solution-focused and cognitive techniques to build self-awareness, confidence, and leadership competencies while navigating barriers and limiting beliefs.Advance evidence-based accessibility and cultural development through research, benchmarking, and peer learning; serve as a senior advisor, fostering psychological safety and authentic communication across the organization.
EDUCATION
The University of Texas at Dallas
Master of Science - MS, Leadership and Organizational Development
University of Houston
Bachelor of Arts - BA, History/Women's Studies
Cornell University ILR School
Diversity and Inclusion for HR
University of Chicago
Master of Arts - AM, SOCIAL SCIENCES
ABOUT LEEZA V. E.
I help mission-driven organizations become more strategic, aligned, and human-centered by bridging the gap between stated values and lived experiences. My work sits at the intersection of DEIA, organizational development, coaching, and cross-cultural strategy, fostering both individual growth and systemic change. With over a decade of experience across nonprofit, corporate, and cultural sectors in the U.S. and Europe, I partner with leaders and teams to design learning systems that strengthen alignment, accountability, and adaptability. I hold an MS in Leadership and Organizational Development, as well as an MA in Social Sciences.
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