Rocio Diaz
About Rocio Diaz
Rocio Diaz is the Director of Convenings at Feeding America, where she has worked since 2023. She has over two decades of experience in management and organizational development, with previous roles at the Chicago Housing Authority and Chicago Transit Authority.
Current Role at Feeding America
Rocio Diaz serves as the Director of Convenings at Feeding America, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of conferences and events that align with the organization's mission to alleviate hunger. Her leadership in this capacity builds on her extensive experience in conference management and training facilitation.
Previous Experience at Feeding America
Rocio Diaz has held multiple roles at Feeding America prior to her current position. She worked as a Learning Specialist from 2013 to 2019, where she focused on training and development initiatives. Following that, she served as Senior Manager of Conferences from 2021 to 2023, where she managed larger-scale events. Additionally, she worked as Conference Manager from 2019 to 2021, contributing to the organization’s conference planning efforts.
Background in Housing and Transit Authorities
Rocio Diaz has a significant background in public service, having worked at the Chicago Housing Authority and the Chicago Transit Authority. At the Chicago Housing Authority, she held various positions including Management Analyst, Assistant Director of Research, Reporting and Communications, and Senior Policy Analyst Manager. At the Chicago Transit Authority, she served as Manager II for Training and Organizational Development and as a Senior Project Consultant, gaining valuable experience in organizational development and project management.
Education and Professional Development
Rocio Diaz holds a Bachelor's degree in International Business from Tecnológico de Monterrey, which she completed from 1996 to 2001. She furthered her education by obtaining an MBA in Leadership & Change Management and Human Resources from DePaul Driehaus College of Business, where she studied from 2004 to 2009. Her educational background supports her expertise in change management, competency modeling, and curriculum design.
Skills and Certifications
Rocio Diaz is a PHR-certified professional with a strong skill set in training facilitation, conference planning, and project management. She has a proven track record in policy and procedure development, as well as extensive experience in report writing. Her leadership capabilities are complemented by her expertise in change management, making her a valuable asset in her current and previous roles.