Niela Hill (She/Her)
About Niela Hill (She/Her)
Niela Hill serves as the Global Head of Talent Management at Cvent, a position she has held since 2021. With over two decades of experience in human resources across various sectors, she has previously held senior roles at Whitaker-Taylor, NorthgateArinso, SAI Global, and L3 Technologies.
Current Role at Cvent
Niela Hill serves as the Global Head of Talent Management at Cvent, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing talent management strategies and initiatives that align with the company's objectives. Her leadership in this capacity is focused on enhancing employee engagement and optimizing talent acquisition processes. Cvent is located in McLean, Virginia, where Hill continues to contribute to the organization's growth and development.
Previous Experience at Whitaker-Taylor, Inc.
Before joining Cvent, Niela Hill worked at Whitaker-Taylor, Inc. as the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) from 2019 to 2021. During her two-year tenure in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area, she focused on implementing HR strategies that supported the company's goals. Her role involved managing various aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition and employee relations.
Career at NorthgateArinso
Niela Hill spent 15 years at NorthgateArinso, where she held the position of Senior Director, Global HR Business Partner from 2000 to 2015. Her extensive experience in this role allowed her to develop and implement HR initiatives across multiple regions, contributing to the company's global HR strategy. This long-term position provided her with a deep understanding of human resources in a diverse business environment.
Educational Background
Niela Hill holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science and Government from Spelman College. She furthered her education by earning a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Human Resources Management from Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University. Additionally, she obtained an MBA from Georgia State University - J. Mack Robinson College of Business. In 2019, she completed a Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion from Cornell University, enhancing her expertise in this critical area.
Expertise in Human Resources
Niela Hill possesses extensive expertise in various aspects of human resources, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), HR Information Systems (HRIS), and employee benefits design. Her professional experience spans multiple sectors, including professional services, information technology, and manufacturing. Hill's strong background in workforce planning and strategic HR leadership positions her as a knowledgeable leader in the field.