La Toya Johnson
About La Toya Johnson
La Toya Johnson serves as the Senior Director of Global Inclusion Strategy and Employer Brand at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK, where she has worked since 2022. With over 20 years of experience in strategic human resources, she has held various leadership roles focused on diversity, inclusion, and employee engagement across multiple industries.
Current Role in Global Inclusion Strategy
La Toya Johnson serves as the Senior Director of Global Inclusion Strategy & Employer Brand at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK. She has held this position since 2022, focusing on developing and implementing strategies that promote inclusion and enhance the employer brand. Her role involves integrating diversity and inclusion into the organization's overall business strategy.
Previous Experience at Gannett
Prior to her current role, La Toya Johnson worked at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK in various capacities. From 2020 to 2022, she was the Director of Global Inclusion, Diversity & Equity. Before that, from 2019 to 2020, she served as Senior Manager, HR Business Partner - HR4HR and Global Inclusion, Diversity & Equity. Additionally, she was a Senior HR Business Partner focusing on News and Inclusion, Diversity & Equity from 2017 to 2019.
Human Resources Expertise
La Toya Johnson has over 20 years of experience in strategic human resources across diverse industries. Her expertise includes areas such as Diversity & Inclusion, Performance Management, and Learning & Development. She is skilled in Change Management, Risk Management, and Workforce Planning, and has a strong background in Employee/Labor Relations and Talent Acquisition.
Educational Background
La Toya Johnson studied at Virginia Commonwealth University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Fashion Merchandising & Business Marketing. This educational foundation supports her extensive career in human resources and strategic planning.
Recognition and Advocacy
La Toya Johnson has been involved in initiatives that received recognition from Forbes for diversity efforts. She advocates for balancing the needs of both the business and employees, demonstrating her commitment to embedding inclusivity into organizational culture and programs.