Maya Toussaint (She/Her)
About Maya Toussaint (She/Her)
Maya Toussaint is a Senior Manager of Global Social Purpose at Clio, with over 15 years of experience in recruitment, HR, and employee experience. She has held various roles at notable companies such as IKEA, Shopify, and LinkedIn, and is actively involved in promoting diversity, inclusion, and equity initiatives.
Work at Clio
Maya Toussaint currently serves as the Senior Manager of Global Social Purpose at Clio, a cloud-based legal technology company. In this role, she oversees Clio's giving playbook and programming, which includes managing strategic partnerships and scholarships. She is also actively involved in coaching and advising Clio's Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Equity (DIBE) Council and Employee Resource Group (ERG) leads. Additionally, she co-develops Clio's Stakeholder Communication, Engagement, Education, and Activation Strategy, focusing on critical social issues such as Indigenous Truth and Reconciliation and 2SLGBTQIA+ rights.
Education and Expertise
Maya Toussaint holds a Bachelor of Arts with a specialization in Journalism from Concordia University, where she studied from 2000 to 2005. She also completed a Diplôme d'études collégiales (DEC) in Creative Arts at Champlain College Saint-Lambert from 1998 to 2000. With over 15 years of experience in recruitment, HR, customer success, marketing, and employee experience, she has developed expertise in Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Equity (DIBE) initiatives, as well as Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies.
Professional Background
Maya Toussaint has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. She began her career at IKEA Canada, where she held positions such as Bilingual Customer Service Representative and Online Marketing Specialist. She later transitioned to LinkedIn, where she served as a Customer Success Manager and led the Black Inclusion Group (BIG) Employee Resource Group. Her experience also includes roles at Shopify, Amazon, and Radialpoint, among others, where she focused on talent acquisition, program management, and employee experience.
Achievements in Diversity and Inclusion
Maya Toussaint has made significant contributions to diversity and inclusion efforts throughout her career. At Clio, she plays a pivotal role in the DIBE Council and collaborates with ERG leads to foster an inclusive workplace culture. Her previous experience at LinkedIn involved leading initiatives aimed at promoting diversity within the organization. Additionally, her work as a facilitator since 2010 has centered on leading difficult conversations and amplifying marginalized voices, demonstrating her commitment to creating equitable environments.
Coaching and Facilitation Experience
Maya Toussaint has been actively involved in coaching and facilitating discussions since 2010. She focuses on leading difficult conversations and creating safe spaces for dialogue. Her approach emphasizes the importance of amplifying voices and fostering understanding among diverse groups. This experience complements her current role at Clio, where she engages with various stakeholders on topics related to diversity, inclusion, and social responsibility.