Dominique Dominguez
About Dominique Dominguez
Dominique Dominguez serves as the Director of People & Culture at AI4ALL, where she focuses on enhancing the employee experience through a human-centered approach. With over seven years of experience in project management and a commitment to social justice, she has worked in various roles across nonprofit and for-profit sectors.
Work at AI4ALL
Dominique Dominguez serves as the People and Culture Manager at AI4ALL since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the employee experience through a human-centered approach. Her responsibilities include managing people operations and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. AI4ALL is dedicated to increasing diversity in artificial intelligence and empowering underrepresented groups, aligning with Dominique's commitment to social justice.
Previous Experience
Before joining AI4ALL, Dominique held several positions that contributed to her expertise in people management. She worked as a Talent Manager at Summer Search for six months in 2021, where she focused on talent acquisition and employee engagement. Prior to that, she was a Senior Talent Associate at FMA from 2019 to 2021, where she managed various aspects of recruitment and operations. Dominique also gained experience as a Development and Communications Intern at Global Student Embassy in 2018.
Education and Expertise
Dominique graduated from Mills College with a Bachelor of Arts in Ethnic Studies, where she concentrated on Community Organizing and Social Justice. Her education has equipped her with a strong foundation in understanding the dynamics of underrepresented communities. With over seven years of experience in project management and operations, she specializes in recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, and affinity programs.
Background
Dominique was born and raised in an under-resourced community in East Oakland, California. She is a second-generation bilingual Xicana and a first-generation college graduate. Her upbringing in a first-generation Mexican immigrant family has shaped her commitment to building community resilience and advancing cultural work for underrepresented groups. Dominique's personal experiences inform her professional focus on environmental and social justice.
Personal Interests
In her personal life, Dominique enjoys exploring new hiking trails with her partner Chris and their dog Ruby. She also appreciates driving along the California coast in search of surf and dog-friendly beaches. These activities reflect her love for nature and commitment to maintaining a balanced lifestyle.