Tashí Carper

About Tashí Carper

As the Vice President of Culture and Employee Engagement at Leidos, a Fortune 500 company that provides innovative solutions in defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets, I am responsible for developing and executing strategic initiatives to foster a positive, inclusive company culture, driving high levels of employee engagement through programs, initiatives, and ongoing feedback mechanisms, aligning with the organization\'s overall goals and values. I leverage my Six Sigma certification, DEI, HR expertise, and analytical skills to create and execute effective DE & I solutions that align with the business objectives and values of Leidos. I also collaborate with executives, senior leaders, HR partners, employee resource groups, and external stakeholders to foster a culture of belonging, respect, and innovation. My mission is to empower our global workforce to achieve their full potential and contribute to the success of our organization and customers.

Experience

1. Vice President, Culture and Employee Engagement

   Leidos

   Dec 2024 — Present · Reston, VA, US

   Responsible for developing and executing strategic initiatives to foster a positive, inclusive company culture, driving high levels of employee engagement through programs, initiatives, and ongoing feedback mechanisms, aligning with the organization\'s overall goals and values.Culture Strategy Development:Create and implement a comprehensive culture strategy that aligns with the company\'s vision, mission, and values, focusing on building a positive and productive work environment. Employee Engagement Initiatives:Design and execute programs to enhance employee engagement, including regular feedback loops, recognition programs, employee surveys, and team-building activities. Corporate Values Integration:Champion core values, accessibility and inclusion initiatives by developing strategies to attract and retain a diverse workforce, promote inclusive leadership behaviors, and address workplace challenges. Leadership Development:Partner with senior leadership to cultivate a culture of leadership excellence by providing coaching, training, and development programs to managers at all levels. Employee Feedback Analysis:Analyze employee feedback from surveys, exit interviews, and other sources to identify trends, areas for improvement, and implement actionable changes. Metrics and Reporting:Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to employee engagement, satisfaction, retention, and diversity to measure the effectiveness of culture initiatives. Communication and Advocacy:Communicate the company culture vision and initiatives to all employees through various channels, including town halls, internal communications, and leadership engagement. Collaboration with HR:Collaborate with the Human Resources team to integrate culture-building practices into HR functions like onboarding, performance management, and talent development.

Education

• Villanova University

  Master's degree, Human Resources Development

• University of Virginia

  Bachelors, English

• Harvard Business School Executive Education

  Strategic Leadership Program

Skills

• Business Development
• Training
• Account Planning
• Strategy
• Management
• Analysis
• Screening Resumes
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Staffing Services
• Human Resources
• Information Technology
• Recruiting
• Crm
• Job Fairs
• Contract Recruitment
• Account Management
• Strategic Partnerships
• Sdlc
• Benefits Negotiation
• Interviewing
• Talent Acquisition
• Onboarding
• Permanent Placement
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• College Recruiting
• Leadership
• Technical Recruiting
• Job Descriptions
• Workforce Planning
• Screening
• Hiring
• Talent Management
• Deferred Compensation
• Staff Augmentation
• Contract Negotiation
• Requirements Analysis
• Interviews
• Executive Search
• Personnel Management
• Internet Recruiting