Monica Kough
About Monica Kough
Monica Kough serves as the Director of Organizational Effectiveness at Adobe, where she has worked since 2016. With a background in learning and development, she has held various roles in organizations such as ARM and SGI, focusing on change management and team effectiveness.
Work at Adobe
Monica Kough has been a key member of Adobe since 2016, initially serving as a Senior Talent Development Partner. In 2018, she advanced to the role of Director of Organizational Effectiveness. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she collaborates closely with Vice Presidents of Employee Experience for Cloud Technology and Digital Media. Her focus is on driving business impact through tailored change management and team effectiveness strategies that align with Adobe's organizational needs.
Previous Experience at Arm
Prior to her tenure at Adobe, Monica Kough worked at Arm for a total of ten years in various learning and development roles. She began as a U.S. Learning and Development Manager from 2005 to 2009. Following this, she served as Director of Learning and Development from 2010 to 2016, where she contributed to the development of training programs. Additionally, she held the position of U.S. and European Learning and Development Manager for a year in 2009-2010, based in Cambridge, UK.
Background in Human Resources
Monica Kough's career in human resources began at SGI, where she worked for eight years from 1997 to 2005. During her time there, she held roles as a Human Resources Training Representative and later as a Human Resources Manager for a brief period in 2005. Her early experience in HR laid the foundation for her expertise in learning and development.
Education and Expertise
Monica Kough earned a Bachelor of Science degree from San Jose State University. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in organizational effectiveness, change management, and team dynamics. She applies her academic knowledge and professional experience to develop innovative solutions for complex business challenges.
Achievements in Talent Development
Throughout her career, Monica Kough has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing organizational effectiveness through talent development. At Adobe, she utilizes thought leadership to create balanced solutions that address long-term business opportunities. Her collaborative approach with senior leadership has contributed to the overall employee experience and organizational success.