Niecy Riley
Culture Queen | Coach | Consultant
- Role
- Director, Culture & Belonging at M R
- Location
- Charlotte, NC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Niecy Riley
I’m a people centered leader with deep experience in culture strategy, internal communications, employee engagement, and equity-focused organizational development. My work lives at the intersection of connection and systems, helping teams build workplaces where people feel seen, supported, and empowered.I specialize in designing inclusive strategies, leading complex change efforts, and translating vision into actionable plans. Whether I’m developing a firmwide culture roadmap, planning a company-wide retreat, or coaching leaders through moments of change, I bring a balance of strategy, empathy, and clarity to the work.Known for being collaborative, thoughtful, and grounded in values-based leadership, I thrive in spaces where culture is treated not as an afterthought, but as a critical part of how we work and grow together.
Experience
Director, Culture & Belonging
Jan 2025 — Present
I lead M+R’s Culture & Belonging work, ensuring our values show up in how we connect, communicate, and collaborate across the firm. I design and implement strategies that center belonging, inclusion, and equity—from internal communications and leadership coaching to staff engagement, retreats, and affinity group support. My goal is to build a workplace where everyone feels seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Education
Purdue Global
Master of Science (M.S.), Adult & Higher Education - Student Affairs
2014 — 2015
Transformation Academy
Certification, Professional Life Coach
2020 — 2020
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology
2008 — 2012
Skills
- Code of Conduct
- Advocate
- Leadership Development
- Program Development
- Student Engagement
- Staff Development
- Personal Development
- Time Management
- Student Affairs
- Higher Education
- Student Conduct
- Situational Leadership
- Educational Leadership
- Transparency
- Student Development
- Event Planning
- Counseling
- Advising People
- Human Potential
- Leadership
- Residence Life
- Public Speaking
- Social Media
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