Donna Halkyard
About Donna Halkyard
Donna Halkyard is the Director of Diversity & Inclusion at Brown-Forman, with extensive experience in HR and diversity roles across various industries. She holds a BA (Hons) in Business Studies and an MBA, and has worked for notable companies including Ford Motor Company, BAE Systems, and Coca-Cola European Partners.
Work at Brown-Forman
Donna Halkyard has been serving as the Director of Diversity & Inclusion at Brown-Forman since 2019. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing strategies that promote diversity and inclusion within the organization. Her responsibilities include overseeing diversity initiatives, fostering an inclusive workplace culture, and ensuring that the company meets its diversity goals.
Education and Expertise
Donna Halkyard holds a BA (Hons) in Business Studies from Northumbria University, where she studied from 1987 to 1991. She furthered her education at Henley Business School, achieving an MBA in Business Administration and Management from 1994 to 1998. Additionally, she possesses a Six Sigma Black Belt certification, indicating her expertise in process improvement and quality management.
Background
Donna Halkyard has extensive experience in human resources and diversity management. She began her career at Ford Motor Company, where she worked for 16 years in various HR roles, including HR Manager and Talent Management. She then held positions at BAE Systems, RBS, and Coca-Cola European Partners, focusing on diversity and inclusion initiatives. Her previous roles have provided her with a strong foundation in governance, reporting, and project management.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Donna Halkyard has contributed to significant diversity and inclusion efforts across multiple organizations. She served as the Global Head of Diversity & Inclusion at BAE Systems and as Group Head of Diversity at RBS. Additionally, she was Vice President and Board Member at City Women Network, where she promoted women's leadership and networking opportunities. Her experience in supplier diversity further highlights her commitment to inclusive practices.