Kathy Diamond
About Kathy Diamond
Kathy Diamond serves as the Principal and Regional Operating Officer at Gensler, where she has worked since 1994. With a background as HR Director at IBM, she has significantly contributed to HR practices and the expansion of Gensler's offices in multiple countries.
Work at Gensler
Kathy Diamond has served as Principal and Regional Operating Officer at Gensler since 1994. In her role, she has contributed to the development of firmwide policies and processes. She oversees all areas of human resources, including talent development, performance management, recruiting, productivity, facilities, and IT. Diamond has also played a significant role in establishing Gensler's offices in various international locations, including Toronto, Costa Rica, São Paulo, Mexico City, and Colombia. Her leadership has helped shape the New York office into a training hub for HR professionals across the firm.
Previous Experience at IBM
Before joining Gensler, Kathy Diamond worked at IBM as the HR Director from 1978 to 1994. During her 16 years at IBM in New York, she gained extensive experience in human resources management, which she later applied to her role at Gensler. This background has provided her with a solid foundation in HR practices and policies.
Education and Expertise
Kathy Diamond is an active member of the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM). Her expertise encompasses various aspects of human resources, including talent development, performance management, and recruiting. Her extensive experience in HR has positioned her as a key figure in shaping the HR landscape at Gensler and beyond.
Achievements in Human Resources
Throughout her career, Kathy Diamond has developed a strong team of HR professionals at Gensler. Under her leadership, the New York office has become a training hub for HR professionals across the firm. Her contributions to the development of firmwide policies and initiatives have had a lasting impact on Gensler's HR practices.
Role in Regional Operations
As Director of Human Resources for Gensler’s Northeast and Latin America regions, Kathy Diamond has oversight responsibility for all HR functions. Her role involves ensuring effective HR practices across these regions, contributing to the overall productivity and success of the firm.