Linda Leonard
About Linda Leonard
Linda Leonard is the Global Diversity and Inclusion Lead at Bristol-Myers Squibb in Princeton, with extensive experience in human resources and DEI strategy development.
Current Role at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Linda Leonard currently serves as the Global Diversity and Inclusion Lead at Bristol-Myers Squibb based in Princeton. In this role, she oversees enterprise-wide and local diversity councils, provides guidance to employee resource groups, and supports HR colleagues across all business units and regions. She is a subject matter expert for enterprise-wide initiatives related to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that the company's strategies are aligned with global objectives.
Previous Roles at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Linda Leonard has held numerous roles at Bristol-Myers Squibb. She was an HR Business Partner for Global Commercialization and Full Development Teams for 5 months in 2012, and an HR Generalist in Research from 2010 to 2012. Prior to these roles, she was the Head of Diversity and Inclusion from 2009 to 2011, and Manager/Associate Director of Diversity and HR Policy from 2005 to 2008. Additional positions she has held include Manager of Executive Staffing, Manager of Organizational Analysis, Manager of Information Management, Associate Manager of the Corporate Help Center, Operations Analyst, and Compensation Administrator.
Educational Background
Linda Leonard studied at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication. Her education laid the foundation for her extensive career in human resources and diversity and inclusion.
Expertise in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Linda Leonard is recognized for her expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy development. She has deep experience in providing executive-level coaching in DEI, translating data into actionable insights, and driving meaningful organizational change. She excels in balancing data and storytelling to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. Her broad HR experience includes talent management, organizational effectiveness, leadership development, executive staffing, HR policy, work/life programs, change management, and compensation.