Wanda Santini, PhD, Ctdp
About Wanda Santini, PhD, Ctdp
Wanda Santini, PhD, Ctdp, is the Director of Talent Development & Talent Management (Europe and Turkey) at Delivery Hero in Berlin, Germany, with extensive experience in talent management and development across various regions and industries.
Current Role at Delivery Hero
Wanda Santini currently serves as the Director Talent Development & Talent Management (Europe and Turkey) at Delivery Hero, based in Berlin, Germany. In this role, she oversees talent development strategies and initiatives across these regions. Santini brings her extensive experience to the table, focusing on enhancing employee skills and performance to drive organizational success.
Former Role at Shopify
Before joining Delivery Hero, Wanda Santini worked at Shopify in various senior roles. From 2021 to 2023, she was the Senior Talent Management Lead in Berlin, where she played a vital role in talent operations and development. Prior to that, she served as the Senior Talent Development Lead, also in Berlin, and the Talent Development Operations Lead in Toronto, Canada Area from 2019 to 2020.
Early Career at CCDI
Wanda Santini has a significant tenure at the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI) in Toronto, Canada Area. She held the role of Director, Learning from 2018 to 2019, following her four-year term as Manager, Learning from 2014 to 2018. In these positions, she managed several diversity and inclusion initiatives, contributing to CCDI's mission of promoting inclusive workplaces.
Educational Background
Wanda Santini holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Italian Studies from the University of Toronto (2010-2014), alongside a Master's degree in Romance Philology (2006-2008) and a Bachelor's degree in Italian Studies (2003-2006) from Università di Pavia. Additionally, she earned a Master's Certificate in Adult Training and Development from Schulich School of Business - York University between 2014 and 2016.
Specialized Skills and Expertise
Throughout her career, Wanda Santini has specialized in designing and implementing strategic talent initiatives, such as organizational design, performance management, and succession planning. Her expertise has been instrumental in scaling talent products and services during significant organizational changes. Santini has managed teams across North America, EMEA, and APAC, demonstrating her ability to build resilient teams in diverse and remote environments.